Key Facts
• TICAD9 closing ceremony held on August 22, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan.
• 49 African countries participated; 34 delegations met with Prime Minister Ishiba.
• Foreign Minister Iwaya held talks with 30 countries and international organizations.
• Ishiba highlighted shared innovative solutions and stronger Japan-Africa partnerships.
• “TICAD9 Yokohama Declaration 2025” was adopted as a key outcome.
• Closing remarks delivered by Angola’s President João Lourenço, AU Chair.
• Co-hosts included AU Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and UN representatives.
• Focus areas: human resource development and industrial growth.
Summary
The 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) concluded on August 22, 2025, in Yokohama, Japan, with participation from 49 African nations. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba emphasized the importance of innovative solutions and stronger Japan-Africa cooperation, aiming for a new era of partnership. Key outcomes included the adoption of the “TICAD9 Yokohama Declaration 2025” and discussions on human resource development and industrial growth. The event featured remarks from co-hosts, including AU Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf and UN representatives, with closing remarks by Angola’s President João Lourenço. The conference underscored Japan’s commitment to Africa’s development and mutual collaboration.
