Microsoft Corp. announces a $2.9 billion investment in Japan for cloud computing and AI infrastructure over two years, representing the company's largest investment in the country.

The investment aims to enhance AI skills by providing digital training to over 3 million people in Japan, establish an AI and robotics lab, and bolster cybersecurity collaboration with the Japanese government.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida encourages American businesses to increase investment in Japan, focusing on critical technologies like semiconductors, AI, and quantum computing.

The investment announcement aligns with Prime Minister Kishida's visit to Washington and is part of a broader initiative to strengthen US-Japan ties in defense, economic security, and technology.

A new $110 million AI partnership is unveiled between Japan and the United States, involving American universities and industry partners like Amazon and NVIDIA, to promote global AI technology advancements.