London, 14 June 2026 – Britain and Japan are set to agree more than £18 billion, or about US$24 billion, in investment and technology partnerships, strengthening economic ties between two key US allies as advanced technology, energy security and supply-chain resilience become central to global competition.

The agreements are expected to be announced as British Prime Minister Keir Starmer meets Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, ahead of the G7 summit in France. The package includes major investment commitments across infrastructure, financial services, offshore wind, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, quantum computing, power grids, nuclear technology and life sciences.

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Kenji Yamamoto

Kenji Yamamoto is a Senior Fellow at The Ledger Asia, where he explores the critical nexus of Asian international relations, economic development, and environmental sustainability. With extensive experience in cross-border policy analysis, Kenji provides a unique perspective on how diplomatic alliances and green energy transitions drive long-term growth across the Asia-Pacific.

Previously an advisor for regional development banks, he specializes in sustainable infrastructure and the circular economy’s role in modernizing emerging markets. At The Ledger Asia, Kenji’s deep-dive reports help readers navigate the complex balance between rapid industrialization and the global imperative for climate resilience and corporate responsibility.