Lucknow, July 29 -- Invest UP showcased Uttar Pradesh's strong infrastructure, innovation-led growth, and skilled workforce at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, positioning the state as a prime global investment destination. At the India-Japan Partnership event, organised in collaboration with the Mayoral Alliance of Japan, the Invest UP team highlighted the state's development journey and investment opportunities, aiming to strengthen international partnerships and attract foreign direct investment to the state. A key highlight of the session was a detailed presentation by the Consulate General of India, which outlined India's expanding economy, global leadership, and strategic partnerships-with Uttar Pradesh at the forefront of this transformation. The session emphasised the deep-rooted cultural and historical ties between India and Japan, paving the way for stronger collaboration in technology, urban development, and trade. Inspired by the successful Kashi-Kyoto twin city partnership, the Invest UP team and state leadership expressed a strong commitment to forging similar alliances with Japanese cities to promote economic and cultural exchange. The Uttar Pradesh Pavilion welcomed over 20 Japanese mayors with traditional Indian hospitality. The pavilion showcased the vibrant heritage of the state through the One District One Product (ODOP) initiative, featuring exquisite Banarasi handloom sarees and stoles that captivated visitors. Each mayor received a curated ODOP gift, symbolising the artistry and cultural depth of the state's districts-serving as both a souvenir and a bridge of friendship. The event also featured an Odissi dance performance that brought alive India's classical legacy through storytelling, grace, and devotion. Adding to the moment, Tatsuo (Yasu) Yasunaga, chairman of the Board of Directors, MITSUI & CO., LTD., was warmly welcomed at the Uttar Pradesh Pavilion....