078 JETRO: Deep Tech Opportunities for Startups in Japan and Singapore
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This is One North Stories, an A*START CENTRAL Podcast
Meet Kiewai from Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), a Japanese government-related organization that promotes trade and investment.
Recorded at SWITCH 2025, this episode features Gus in conversation with Kiewai as they unpack the growing synergy between Singapore and Japan’s Deep Tech ecosystems. Discover how JETRO is driving innovation by supporting both Japanese and global companies, and learn what it takes to collaborate effectively with Japanese firms.
The discussion explores JETRO’s role in opening Japan’s market to international startups, key focus areas such as life sciences, healthcare, semiconductors, sustainability, and smart city solutions, and the structured support that helps early-stage ventures and mature companies succeed in Japan.
Learn more about Kiewai, JETRO and how they are bridging Singapore and Japan’s deep-tech ecosystem:
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