"Fujifilm Diosynth's $1.2B Expansion and 680 New Jobs in North Carolina"

Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies is planning a $1 billion expansion in North Carolina, set to create over 600 jobs, coinciding with a visit by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The expansion is part of the company's growth spurt in the Triangle, with state officials and company executives expected to make the announcement. North Carolina has been attracting biotech and pharma companies due to its strong talent pool, with Japanese investments in the state creating thousands of jobs and contributing to the local communities.