The resolution recognizes the strong economic partnership between the State of Alabama and Japan, highlighting that mutual trade reached nearly $2 billion in 2022. It notes that Japanese companies have invested over $20 billion in Alabama, creating approximately 20,000 jobs, with significant contributions from major corporations such as Honda, Mazda Toyota, and Toyota Motor Manufacturing. Additionally, Japan is acknowledged as a key ally of the United States, collaborating on various critical issues including global security and environmental protection.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the cultural and educational exchanges between Alabama and Japan, with students from various Alabama universities benefiting from study trips to Japan. It also celebrates the friendships fostered through sister-city relationships and cultural initiatives, such as the Japanese Garden in Birmingham and local events like the Sakura festival. The resolution culminates in a formal recognition of the enduring friendship between Alabama and Japan, as expressed by the House of Representatives on March 4, 2025.