Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike and New York University (NYU) Senior Vice Chancellor Raghu Sundaram signed an agreement on Tuesday, July 15, 2026, to explore the development of an international branch campus in Tokyo. The proposed site for the campus is the western suburb of Musashimurayama. This initiative aligns with Tokyo's broader goal to enhance efforts in cultivating global talent.

The agreement marks a significant step in collaboration between the Japanese capital and a leading U.S. university, aiming to strengthen educational and cultural ties.

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