JEDDAH: A total of 224 students from 17 Saudi universities are currently participating in two scientific trips to Japan, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. The trips, which will continue for two weeks, are being supervised by King Abdulaziz University and the Student Affairs Deans Committee of the Saudi Universities. The itinerary includes visits to various Japanese universities, as well as tours to explore the industrial and economic sectors. Following these visits, there will be a separate trip for female students, providing them with the opportunity to learn about the different aspects of scientific and industrial progress in Japan. During both trips, the students will have the chance to visit cultural sites, institutions, scientific centers, and factories, aiming to enhance their scientific and cultural knowledge, skills, and capabilities. The main objective of these trips is to promote the exchange of knowledge and culture, while also providing the students an opportunity to gain insight into pioneering scientific and educational expertise in Japan. During the tour, the delegation from Saudi universities will also be visiting the Kingdom’s embassy in Japan.