The Executive Office for Jordan's Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai met with Mr. Nishimatsu, Director of International Affairs at Kyoto City, on July 1st to explore potential collaboration opportunities with Kyoto and Kansai Prefectures.

The meeting focused on establishing a strong collaborative relationship with Kyoto and Kansai, despite Kyoto reaching its maximum capacity for sister cities. An agreement was reached to explore various partnership models with Kyoto City and most prefectures in the Kansai region.

Key areas of discussion included:
- Integration of Traditional Crafts: Exploring opportunities to integrate Kyoto's renowned traditional crafts with Jordanian crafts, showcasing a unique blend of cultural heritage and craftsmanship from both regions.
- Promotion of the Jordanian Pavilion as an Educational Tourism Destination: Strategizing to promote the Jordanian Pavilion as a one-stop destination for educational tourism, emphasizing its rich historical content, cultural exchanges, and traditional crafts.

This meeting laid the foundation for a strong and mutually beneficial partnership between Jordan and the Kyoto region, leveraging the upcoming Expo 2025 to enhance cultural exchange, tourism, and economic cooperation.