Upcoming GRIPS Forums
May 21, 2012Ambassador Marcos Bezerra Abbott Galvão“The global financial crisis and the reform of global governance — A Brazilian perspective” |
The rise of the G-20 to the position of premier forum for economic cooperation, replacing the G-7/G-8 in that capacity, is the most visible expression of changes in international governance that were accelerated by the global financial crisis that began in 2008. In line with its broader foreign policy, Brazil has been an active participant in the Goup's deliberations and continues to work hard for the inclusion -- as has already happened at the Financial Stability Board and the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision -- and stronger presence of emerging and developing countries in the core of international decision-making. World order must be made more legitimate and, thereby, more effective.
Featured Speakers
May 28, 2012Mr. Keiji Yamada, President of National Governor's Association, Governor of Kyoto Prefecture“Beyond Decentralization Reform” |
In the ongoing transition from the Decentralization Reform to the Regional Sovereignty Reform, forums for discussion between the national and regional governments have been established, the so-called “obligations” and “guidelines” have been revised, and a grant for an autonomous regional strategy has been created. Bills stipulating the abolition in principle of regional branches of the national government are also being prepared for submission to the current session of the Diet. With a view to establishing regional government in the true sense of the term, regions in Japan have now been given more authority and responsibilities than ever before. Now, the path this country ought to follow needs to be clearly discerned and determined.
Featured Speakers
| Mr. Keiji Yamada National Governor's Association, Kyoto prefecture
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Jun 04, 2012Ambassador Claude Heller, Embassy of the United Mexican States in Japan“Priorities of Mexican presidency of the G20” |
Featured Speakers
| H.E Mr. Claude Heller Embassy of the United Mexican States to Japan
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Recent GRIPS Forums
Dr. Emile Quinet, Emeritus professor of Ecole nationale des ponts et chaussees“An assessment of European transport policies” |
European transport policy has been developed under the influence of multiple considerations such as market liberalization, harmonization, environment, and cohesion, to name a few. However, recent assessment has shown that the challenges are growing and becoming more contradictory. This Forum will outline how European Transport Policy has evolved and the challenges it must overcome.
Assoc. Prof. Sebastien Lechevalier, EHESS and Mr. Atsushi Nakajima, Chairman of RIETI“Future of the Euro Crisis” |
The profoundly negative impact of the troubling European debt crisis is beginning to make itself felt in the Japanese economy, especially in the financial and import/export sectors. Will any of the proposed solutions be effective? Will the crisis result in the dissolution of the European Union? Sebastien Lechevalier, a rising Parisian economics researcher, and Atsushi Nakajima, a renowned Japanese economist, share their views on the current Euro crisis and explore its future possibilities.
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Dr. Frédéric Jenny, Professor of ESSEC Business School |
The 1990s and the 2000s have been characterized by trade liberalization and a rapid increase in international trade, the shift from command economies to market economies in some important countries and the adoption or upgrading of competition laws in a great many countries. World markets have become more unified but the legal environment of international business remains fragmented. Cooperation among countries to ensure that competition prevails on world market has progressed but is far from sufficient. Innovative solutions must be considered.
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Prof. Tran Van Tho, Graduate School of Social Sciences,Waseda University“Vietnam’s Economic Development in the Dynamic Context of East Asia” |
At the 60th GRIPS Forum on January 30, 2012, Prof. Tran Van Tho, Graduate School of Social Sciences,Waseda University, gave a lecture on " Vietnam’s Economic Development in the Dynamic Context of East Asia” . In this forum, he mainly talked about a Vietnamese economy, relationship with Japan and Chinese and present situation and problem of Vietnamese trade, and prospect for future’s Economics in Vietnam. He kindly answered questions from the audience. Mr. Shigeru Ishiba, Member of The House of Representatives of Japan(LDP), Mr. Katsuya Okada, Member of The House of Representatives of Japan(DPJ）, Dr. Jun Iio, Professor of GRIPS“Japan’s Political Future” |
At the 59th GRIPS Forum entitled “Japan’s Political Future” held on January 16 2012. GRIPS invited two members of the House of Representatives, Mr. Shigeru Ishiba (LDP), Mr. Katsuya Okada (DPJ）and Prof. Iio(GRIPS), served as the moderator. In this forum, they discussed about earthquake disaster reconstruction, respond to the financial crisis in Europe or financial reconstruction. The forum gathered much interest, and the large audience included domestic and international students, journalists, diplomacy corps in Japan and the general public as well as people from embassies..
Mr. Nobuyuki Koga, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Nomura Securities Co., Ltd.“The best path for Japan to follow into the future” |
At the 58th GRIPS Forum on December 19, 2011, Mr. Nobuyuki Koga, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Nomura Securities Co., Ltd., gave a lecture entitled "The best path for Japan to follow into the future”. Based on his work experience at securities market, he talked about the Japanese culture, characteristics and the issue in the future from his diversity and deep perspectives.
Associate Prof. Satoshi Ikeuchi, Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo“Changing Dynamics of Arab Politics: After the Spring” |
At the 58th GRIPS Forum on December 12, 2011, Assoc. Professor Satoshi Ikeuchi, Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Tokyo, gave a lecture on " Changing Dynamics of Arab Politics: After the Spring” . He specializes in Middle East politics and Arab-Islamic Thought. In this forum, he talked about each country’s difference of government, military movements and in Mass Uprising.
Mr.Kazumasa Iwata, President of Japan Center for Economic Research (JCER) “World Economy after Lehman’s Collapse” |
At the 56th GRIPS Forum on November 28, 2011, Mr.Kazumasa Iwata, President of Japan Center for Economic Research (JCER) gave a lecture on "World Economy after Lehman’s Collapse”. He explained about Government Debt Issue in Japan or International Capital Flow in this forum.Please click here to see the video recording of the Forum.
Dr. Isao Kumakura, President of Shizuoka University of Art and Culture “Japanese Food Culture” |
At the 55th GRIPS Forum on November 21, 2011, Dr. Isao Kumakura, President of Shizuoka University of Art and Culture gave a lecture on "Japanese Food Culture”. He explained and introduced Japanese food Culture compared with overseas, and the difference of table manners between old and modern table manners. He made a presentation in Power Point with easy-to-understand illustrations and photos.
Ambassador SZERDAHELYI István, Ambassador of the Republic of Hungary to Japan “New Developments in EU-Japan and EU-Hungary relations under the Presidency of the Council of the European Union” |
At the 54th GRIPS Forum on November 7, 2011, Ambassador SZERDAHELYI István, Ambassador of the Republic of Hungary to Japan gave a lecture on "New Developments in EU-Japan and EU-Hungary relations under the Presidency of the Council of the European Union”. Based on his experience of Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union, he talked about relationship between Japan and Hungary, and the effects of EU on the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty.
Dr. Hiroyuki Yoshikawa, Director-General, Center for Research and Development Strategy,Japan Science and Technology Agency“Neutral Advice of Scientists ~The Role of Scientists in the Response to the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Disaster~” |
At the 53rd GRIPS Forum on October 24, 2011, Dr. Hiroyuki Yoshikawa, Director-General of the Center for Research and Development Strategy at the Japan Science and Technology Agency, gave a lecture entitled "Roles and Missions of Scientists in the Fukushima Accident." He described the roles and responsibilities that scientists ought to have played in the face of the Fukushima nuclear power plant accident. The forum provided a unique opportunity to enrich the audience's understanding of science and scientists.
Please click here to see the video recording of the Forum. Dr. Jun Iio, Professor at GRIPS and Working Group Leader of Reconstruction Design Council |
At the 52nd GRIPS Forum on July 11, 2011, Dr. Jun Iio (Professor of GRIPS, Chairman of Study Group of the Reconstruction Design Council in Response to the Great East Japan Earthquake) gave a lecture entitled “Direction of Earthquake Reconstruction.” In this forum, he presented a report to the Prime Minister of the Reconstruction Design Council in response to the Great East Japan Earthquake. The forum gathered much interest, and the large audience included domestic and international students, journalists, and the general public as well as people from embassies. Many questions were raised during the Q & A session.
Professor Hideo Furuido, University of Tokyo“The Charm of Kabuki” |
At the 51st GRIPS Forum on July 4, 2011, Prof. Hideo Furuido, Professor of the University of Tokyo, Graduate School of Humanities and Sociology, gave a lecture entitled "The Charm of Kabuki.” In this forum, he explained and introduced many things about Kabuki such as the origin of kabuki, kabuki’s specific movements. Audience members said, “This lecture really triggered my interest in kabuki and kabuki culture,” and, “I found out something new about kabuki.”
Mr. Susumu Takahashi, Vice Chairman of the Japan Research Institute, Limited “The Japanese Economy after the Great Earthquake” |
At the 50th GRIPS Forum on June 27, 2011, Mr. Susumu Takahashi-,Vice Chairman of the Japan Research Institute, Limited, gave a lecture entitled “The Japanese Economy after the Great Earthquake.” After his lecture, he held a talk with Professor Hiroko Ota (Professor of GRIPS, former minister of state for economic and fiscal policy). His lecture gave a ideas about how we should address the issue of finances for reconstruction.
Mr. Akio Shibata, Chief Representative of Marubeni Research Institute“Resource Price Trends and Impact on the Japanese Economy” |
At the 49th GRIPS Forum on June 20, 2011, Mr. Akio Shibata, Chief Representative of Marubeni Research Institute, gave a lecture entitled "Resource Price Trends and Impact on the Japanese Economy.” In this forum, he talked about the structure of resource prices and plans for future efforts. Easy-to-follow PowerPoint illustrations enabled participants to understand the background of resource price trends and the effects of a variety of world conditions on them.
Ambassador Yukio Takasu, Special Advisor to the UN Secretary General on human security, Professor (Special assignment) of GRIPS“Human Security and Japan” |
At the 48th GRIPS Forum on May 23, 2011, Ambassador Yukio Takasu, Special Advisor to the UN Secretary General on Human Security, professor (special assignment) of GRIPS, gave a lecture entitled "Human Security and Japan.” In this forum, he talked about the concept of human security and Japan's role in promoting it. In the Q&A session, there were so many questions from the audience that Ambassador Takasu was not able to answer all of them.
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Dr. Mieko Nishimizu, Former Vice President of the World Bank Group, Partner of Think Tank SophiaBank“What's in a name? From grassroots to the corridor of power” |
At the 47th GRIPS Forum on May 16, 2011, Dr. Mieko Nishimizu, former Vice President of the World Bank Group and Partner of ThinkTank SophiaBank, gave a lecture entitled .“What's in a name? From grassroots to the corridor of power.” Based on her experiences, she talked about the core and the background of the reform process and the role of leaders. Audience members said, “Her story was really emotional,” and “I realized that my knowledge about poverty was superficial.” Dr. Nishimizu answered questions from the audience clearly.
Mr. Yoshiharu Fukuhara, Honorary Chairman of Shiseido Company, Limited“Japanese Culture and Mécénat Activities” |
At the 46th GRIPS Forum on April 25, 2011, Mr. Yoshiharu Fukuhara, Honorary Chairman of Shiseido Company, Limited, gave a lecture entitled "Japanese Culture and Mécénat Activities”. In this forum, he talked about the influence of culture and cultural history in Japan from his own diverse and deep perspective. Audience members said afterwards, “His lecture offered perspectives about the influence of culture that are completely new to us,” and “We learned the meaning of mécénat activities' for enterprise through his lecture, and it was very fruitful.”
Ambassador Aftab Seth, Chairman of Sun and Sands Advisors (former Ambassador of India to Japan)“India-Japan Relations: The Possibilities and the Future” |
At the 45th GRIPS Forum on April 18, 2011, Ambassador Aftab Seth, former Ambassador of India to Japan and current Chairman of Sun and Sands Advisors, gave a lecture entitled "India-Japan Relations: The Possibilities and the Future”.
In this forum, he talked about the historical background of India and Japan’s relations and prospects for the future of India-Japan relations. He answered some questions, and the audience found the forum meaningful.
Dr. Chi Hung Kwan (Senior Fellow, Nomura Institute of Capital Markets Research), Mr. Atsushi Nakajima (Chief Economist, Mizuho Research Institute Ltd.)“Global Economic Trends in 2011 – Toward a New World Order?” |
At the 44th GRIPS Forum entitled “Global Economic Trends in 2011 – Toward a New World Order?” held on 17 January 2011, GRIPS invited two economists, Mr. Chi Hung Kwan, Senior Fellow, Nomura Institute of Capital Markets Research, and Mr. Atsushi Nakajima, Chief Economist, Mizuho Research Institute Ltd., for a discussion on current world economics. Professor Hiroko Ota, the Vice President of GRIPS, served as the moderator.
At the beginning of the forum, Mr. Kwan and Mr. Nakajima each spoke for 15 minutes. Mr. Kwan’s theme was China’s current economy, and Mr. Nakajima’s theme was world economic trends. After that, they discussed economic recovery and requirements for economic growth.
There were many questions from the audience during the Q&A session. The presenters answered them respectfully, and it was a very fruitful panel discussion.
Ms. Kimie Iwata, Vice President of Shiseido Company, Limited“Empowerment of women in Japanese companies” |
At the 43rd GRIPS Forum held on 27 December 2010, GRIPS invited Ms. Kimie Iwata, Vice President, Shiseido Company, Limited, to deliver a lecture entitled “Empowerment of women in Japanese companies.”
Ms. Iwata worked at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, and contributed in the field of labour, women’s policy, and employment issues. After that, she entered Shiseido and was put in charge of the company’s work-life balance policies.
At the forum she gave some concrete examples of efforts implemented by Shiseido to actively promote women. She talked about what is needed for the empowerment of women and the role of Japanese companies and government. She also answered many questions respectfully during the Q&A session. The forum was fruitful for the audience.
Mr. Yorihiko KOJIMA, Chairman of Mitsubishi Corporation“Structural changes in the global economy from the perspective of a SOGO-SHOSHA” |
At the 42nd GRIPS Forum held on 20 December 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Yorihiko Kojima, Chairman of the Board, Mitsubishi Corporation, to deliver a lecture entitled “Structural changes in the global economy from the perspective of a SOGO-SHOSHA.”
First, Mr. Kojima presented concrete data to explain the business of Mitsubishi Corporation and the current world economic situation. He said that there are three reasons for the global structuring changes: the rising prominence of emerging economies, player diversification and flattening of the information landscape. He also discussed the importance of free-trade agreements. At the Q and A session, there were many questions from the audience, including several about Mitsubishi Corporation’s business deployments, and he answered those questions respectfully.
Mr. Kentaro Tokusei, Product Management Lead, Google Japan/Google Korea“Surprising Value of Data” |
At the 41st GRIPS Forum held on 29 November, 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Kentaro Tokusei, Product Management Lead, Google Japan, to deliver a lecture titled “Surprising Value of Data.” Dr. Yosuke Yasuda, an Assistant Professor at GRIPS acted as the moderator.
In this forum Mr. Tokusei described how Google data can provide business opportunities - analysing useful data, for example, the rate of failure and financial trends, can yield unexpected results.
At the Q & A session, Mr. Tokusei answered questions about Google’s policies respectfully, and the audience found the forum meaningful. Mr. David Potten, Senior Policy Adviser (consultant), Global Partnership & Trust Fund Operations department, World Bank“The Japan Social Development Fund – a Unique and Successful Aid Initiative” |
At the 40th GRIPS Forum held on 22 November 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. David Potten, Senior Policy Adviser (consultant), Partnership and Trust Fund Policy, Global Partnership and Trust Fund Operations, World Bank, to deliver a lecture titled “The Japan Social Development Fund – a Unique and Successful Aid Initiative.”
Mr. Potten said that Japanese overseas aid has steadily been decreasing each year; on the other hand Japan has been contributing to economic development in developing countries through the Japan Social Development Fund (JSDF), established by Japan’s government in 2000. He pointed out the reasons why the methods of JSDF are highly effective, mentioning actual cases as examples.
He added that JSDF is unique, not always 100% successful, but he expected continued support by the Japanese government.
Many questions were raised during the Q&A session, which were answered respectfully by the speaker, resulting in a very fruitful lecture.
Please click here to see the video recording of the Forum.
Mr. Kenichiro Hamada, President, CEO, ANA Strategic Research Institute Co., Ltd.“Turbulence in the Global Airline Industry: Dealing with problems facing Japan’s airlines” |
At the 39th GRIPS Forum held on 15 November 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Kenichiro Hamada, President, CEO, ANA Strategic Research Institute Co., Ltd., to deliver a lecture entitled “Turbulence in the Global Airline Industry: Dealing with problems facing Japan’s airlines.”
The airline industry is currently a hot topic due to issues like open sky mega-competition, and it was a prime opportunity to listen to Mr. Hamada, who has extensive familiarity with the airline industry. He explained clearly about the features of the airline industry, increasing global competition, and Japanese airport issues.
At the Q&A session, he respectfully answered questions about the role of the government in the airline industry and so on.
Prof. Jaqueline Berndt, Kyoto Seika University“Globalizing Japanese Manga” |
At the 38th GRIPS Forum held on 11 November 2010, GRIPS invited Dr. phil. Jaqueline Berndt, Professor of Kyoto Seika University, to deliver a lecture entitled “Globalizing Japanese Manga.”
At the lecture, she talked about the impact of Japanese manga and why manga is prevalent in the world, exploring manga’s transition from the past to the present and the variety of Japanese manga in the context of Japanese culture.
She also pointed out that the “otaku” concept has different aspects in Japan and Europe and that the permeation of Internet usage rapidly spreads Japanese pop culture, especially manga. We had a good opportunity to look at Japanese manga in a new way at this forum.
Mr. Toshimitsu Motegi (Member of the House of Representatives (LDP), Mr. Shinji Tarutoko (Member of the House of Representatives (DPJ)), Dr. Jun Iio (Vice President and Professor of GRIPS)“A New Age for the Diet and Government Policy” |
At the 37th GRIPS Forum entitled “A new Age for the Diet and Government Policy” held on 25 October 2010, GRIPS invited two members of the House of Representatives, Mr. Toshimitsu Motegi (LDP) and Mr. Shinji Tarutoko (DPJ). Prof. Iio, the Vice President of GRIPS, served as the moderator. The speakers discussed policy disputes and made suggestions for future policies amidst the turbulence in this government.
At this forum, we had a large audience who was looking forward to seeing and hearing the two controversial representatives, and the forum provided a unique opportunity to enrich the audience’s understanding of Japan’s politics. At the Q&A session, GRIPS students asked the two representatives about their opinions, and the speakers answered the questions respectfully. The lecture was very fruitful.
Dr. Noboru Yamaguchi, Professor, National Defense Academy of Japan/ Lieutenant General, JGSDF (Ret.)“Japan's Security Policy and the Future of the Japan-U.S. Alliance” |
At the 36th GRIPS Forum held on 12 July 2010, GRIPS invited Dr. Noboru Yamaguchi, professor, National Defense Academy of Japan, Lieutenant General, JGSDF (Ret.), to deliver a lecture entitled “Japan’s Security Policy and the Future of the Japan-U.S. Alliance”.
Dr. Yamaguchi talked about Japan’s position and roles in the world, and the changes in Japan’s security policy and its future in consideration of the global strategic environment.
He emphasized that we should not miss this opportunity to seriously discuss the issue of our stance in the Japan-U.S. alliance.
He answered questions respectfully during a Q&A session. The lecture was very fruitful and made a strong impression on the audience.
Dr. Ryokichi Hirono, Professor Emeritus, Seikei University/ Visiting Professor, GRIPS“Global Environmental Protection and Global Cooperation: the Roles of Japan and International Organizations” |
At the 35th GRIPS Forum held on 5 July 2010, GRIPS invited Dr. Ryokichi Hirono, Professor Emeritus, Seikei University/ Adjunct Professor, GRIPS, to deliver a lecture entitled “Global Environmental Protection and Global cooperation: the Roles of Japan and International Organizations.”
Dr. Hirono has been actively engaged in global cooperation for many years, working in areas of poverty reduction, human rights, global environmental protection, and nuclear non-proliferation at international organizations, universities, research institutes, and NPOs worldwide.
He spoke about what the world expects Japan to do for environmental protection and climate change, drawing from his experience in the area of international cooperation.
In his speech, he stressed that Japan can contribute to a wide range of areas of environmental protection and that exporting Japan’s advanced environmental technology is meaningful for Japan from a long-term perspective.
He also said that for international cooperation and partnership, high level of proficiency in English is required, so students should study English very hard.
Dr. Pasuk Phongpaichit, Professor, Chulalongkorn University/Dr. Chris Baker, Freelance author/Dr. Takashi Shiraishi, Visiting Professor of GRIPS“Thailand in Trouble: Causes and Consequences” |
At the 34th GRIPS Forum held on 21 June 2010, GRIPS invited Dr. Chris Baker, freelance author, and Dr. Pasuk Phongpaichit, professor at Chulalongkorn university, to hold a panel discussion entitled “Thailand in trouble: Causes and Consequences” with Dr. Takashi Shiraishi, visiting professor of GRIPS acting as the moderator.
On the situation in Thailand, it was pointed out that one of the causes of the Thai political turmoil in the past five years is considered to be the rapid growth of the economy since 1980’s. The panelists explained that public frustration is not only due to the widening gap but there is also a complex social and economic background.
Despite the limited time, the two panelists answered questions respectfully during Q&A session. It was a very fruitful panel discussion.
Dr. Han Seung-soo, Former Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea“Climate Change and Korea’s Growth Paradigm Shift” |
At the 33rd GRIPS Forum held on 7 June, 2010, GRIPS invited Dr. Han Seung-soo, former Prime Minister of the Republic of Korea, to deliver a lecture titled “Climate Change and Korea’s Paradigm Shift”.
Dr. Han talked about Korea’s policies and what the country is trying to do for climate change. He also mentioned the international response to climate change based on his experience as the Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General on Climate Change.
Dr. Han said the Republic of Korea is carrying out the Green New Deal program with the aim of promoting scientific and technological development, reducing dependence on fossil fuel, and becoming a role model of green programs. He also emphasized that it could be quite effective for Japan, China and Korea to cooperate and that green technological development will be the most important issue. Finally, he asked the audience not to forget that if the sea levels rise, all people will lose places to live.
H.E. Mr. Jonathan T. Fried, Ambassador of Canada to Japan“Growth with Equity: Canada’s Structural Reform Experience” |
At the 32nd GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited H.E. Mr. Jonathan T. Fried, Ambassador of Canada to Japan, to deliver a lecture entitled “Growth with Equity: Canada’s Structural Reform Experience.”
His Excellency spoke about Canada’s experience with economic and fiscal reform in the past 25 years. According to Ambassador Fried, Canada learned that it is possible to achieve rapid economic reform if it is implemented comprehensively. It should not remain the reservations and sanctuary, and pubic understanding is indispensible.
At the Q&A session, Ambassador Fried respectfully answered questions about the pension system under the reform, the effect of the aging of the population, and the method of feedback to people.
Mr. Toshihiko Fukui, Former Governor of the Bank of Japan“Challenges for Japan in the Changing Global Economic Governance” |
At the 31st GRIPS Forum held on 10 May 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Toshihiko Fukui, Former Governor of the Bank of Japan, to deliver a lecture entitled “Challenges for Japan in the Changing Global Economic Governance.”
Mr. Fukui talked about what will be needed to solve the current world economic recession. The things needed to accomplish sustainable economic growth are, according to Mr. Fukui, developing common awareness of the changing tide of the world economy, completely disposing of bad dept and excess investments and borrowing, and competing actively in the global markets.
At the Q&A session, Mr. Fukui respectfully answered questions about ideas to prevent an asset bubble, how the taxation system can work in an aging society with fewer children, and so on.
Mr. Morinosuke Kawaguchi, Associate Director, Arthur D. Little (Japan) Inc.“Japanese Culture and Manufacturing” |
At the 30th GRIPS Forum held on 19th April, 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Morinosuke Kawaguchi, Associate Director at Arthur D. Little (Japan) Inc., to deliver a lecture entitled “Japanese Culture and Manufacturing”.
He has a unique view on Japanese manufacturing, and according to him, we can contribute to manufacturing with a Japanese advantage, which incorporates Japanese sense of values and characteristics. Since the personality is reflected on the functionality or specifications of products, he presented many examples about how Japanese goods are affected by changes in Japanese values.
Mr. Kawaguchi’s innovative ideas and wonderful delivery was enjoyed by the audience.
Mr. Haiteng Chen, Chief Representative of Baidu, Inc. in Japan, Director of Baidu Japan, Inc. “Outlook for Chinese IT Market: Business Opportunities in a 1.3-Billion-Person Consumer Market” |
At the 29th GRIPS Forum held on 12 April, 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Haiteng Chen, Chief Representative of Baidu, Inc. in Japan and Director of Baidu Japan Inc. to deliver a lecture entitled "Outlook for the Chinese IT Market: Business Opportunities in a 1.3-Billion-Person Consumer Market".
He presented concrete data to explain the overall Chinese IT market situation, Baidu’s business strategy, the key to success for advancement overseas, and how Baidu get the most market share in China as a search engine company. Mr. Chen also answered questions respectfully during a Q&A session. The lecture was very fruitful.
Mr. Uichiro Niwa, Chairman of ITOCHU Corporation“The Road to Japan's Revitalization - Decentralization Reform and the New Administration” |
At the 28th GRIPS Forum held on 25 January, 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. NIWA Uichiro, Chairman of ITOCHU Corporation to deliver a lecture entitled "The Road to Japan’s Revitalization—Decentralization Reform and the New Administration".
Mr. Niwa talked about how difficult it is to persuade bureaucrats to promote decentralization reform and also, from his own experience, what is necessary for Japan’s revitalization. He concluded that it will take time to revitalize the country but it is possible. Education and the manufacture of high-quality products are essential for Japan’s revitalization.
Dr. Masahiro Kawai, Dean and CEO of Asian Development Bank Institute“Beyond the Global Financial and Economic Crisis: Rebalancing Growth in Asia” |
At the 27th GRIPS Forum held on 18 January, 2010, GRIPS invited Mr. Masahiro Kawai, Dean and CEO of Asian Development Bank Institute to deliver a lecture entitled "Beyond the Global Financial and Economic Crisis: Rebalancing Growth in Asia".
Mr. Kawai talked about the influence of the global financial and economic crisis on the Asian economy and the policies needed to deal with it. It was a fruitful lecture, with many questions raised during the Q&A session.
Mr. Katsuaki Watanabe, Vice Chairman and Representative Director, Toyota Motor Corporation“For the continuous growth -current situation of automobile industry and the future actions-” |
At the 26th GRIPS Forum GRIPS invited Mr. Katsuaki Watanabe, Vice President and Representative Director of Toyota Motor Corporation to deliver a lecture entitled "For the Sustainable Growth-Current Situation of Automobile Industry and the Future Actions".
Mr. Watanabe talked about the influence of the economic crisis on the automobile Industry and the efforts required for sustainable growth for the future. The lecture was very fruitful and Mr Watanabe’s passion for craftsmanship and the efforts of Toyota to create a safe, eco-friendly community, could be felt.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Mr. Yukio Edano, Member of the House of Representatives (DPJ), Mr. Yoshimi Watanabe, Member of the House of Representatives (Your Party), President of Your Party“Change of the Administration and the Current Situation of Party Politics” |
At the 25th GRIPS Forum GRIPS invited Mr. EDANO Yukio, Member of the House of Representatives (DPJ), and Mr. WATANABE Yoshimi, Member of the Representatives (Your Party), to discuss the issue of "Change of the Administration and the Current Situation of Party Politics”. GRIPS Vice President Prof IIO Jun served as a moderator for the panellist discussion session which sought opinions on the meaning of project classifications, the current Japanese political situation and policy tasks for the future. Despite the limited time, the discussion was very lively.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Dr. Tamotsu Aoki, Special University Professor, Cultural and Creative Studies, Graduate School of Aoyama Gakuin University“Globalization of contemporary Japanese culture –its possibilities and issues” |
At the 24th GRIPS Forum GRIPS invited Dr. AOKI Tamotsu, Special University Professor of Graduate School of Aoyama Gakuin University and former Commissioner for Cultural Affairs to deliver a lecture on "Globalization of contemporary Japanese culture –its possibilities and issues".
Dr. AOKI talked about the present situation that Japanese culture is very popular in many countries, the background of it, and task for the future. He also said that it’s important to make East Asia Kulturkreis. There were many questions raised during the Q&A session that showed the participants’ high interest in Japanese culture.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Mr. Yasuo Goto, Chief Economist, Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc. and Dr. Kotaro Tsuru, Senior Fellow, Research Institute of Economy, Trade & Industry“How to deal with financial deficit” |
At the 23rd GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited Mr. GOTO Yasuo, Chief Economist of Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc., Dr. TSURU Kotaro, Senior Fellow of Research Institute of Economic, Trade and Industry, to discuss on "How to deal with financial deficit". GRIPS Vice President Prof. OTA Hiroko served as the moderator asking for the panelists’ opinions on exit strategy from economic crisis, how to rebuild the Japanese finances, etc.
Opinions were expressed on the tasks that must be undertaken to rebuild the finance and the difficulties in realizing them, as well as issues on social security. Despite the limited time, the discussion was very lively.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Mr. Takuma Hatano, Former Japanese Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates“Economic development and future of Middle East –Outlook from Abu Dhabi-” |
At the 22nd GRIPS Forum GRIPS invited Mr. Takuma Hatano, Former Japanese Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, to deliver a lecture on "Economic development and future of Middle East –Outlook from Abu Dhabi-".
Mr. Hatano talked about the history and economy of the Middle East. He also explained about the connection between Japan and UAE, and the prince of Abu Dhabi is thinking about adopting the Japanese system of industry and education.
Mr. Hatano answered the questions raised frankly during the lively and robust Q&A session.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Dr. Koji Sato, Emeritus Professor of Kyoto University“Saiban-in System and Japan in the 21st Century” |
At the 21st GRIPS Forum held on 26 October, 2009, GRIPS invited Dr. Koji Sato, Emeritus Professor of Kyoto University, to deliver a lecture on "Saiban-in System and Japan in the 21st Century".
Dr. Sato explained how the history of participation of citizens in the judicial system led to the start of Saiban-in System and talked about how the judicial system should be.
Dr. Sato answered the questions raised frankly during the lively and robust Q&A session.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Dr. Junhua Wu, Director of The Japan Research Institute, Ltd.“China Outlook: the Present Economic Situation and the Possibility of Democratization” |
At the 20th GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited Dr. Junhua Wu, Director of The Japan Research Institute, Ltd., to deliver a lecture on “China Outlook: the Present Economic Situation and the Possibility of Democratization”.
Dr. Wu said that, at present, China looks like it is flourishing from the outside with remarkable economic development, however internally, China has many problems and will have to move quickly to deal with these. There were many questions raised during the Q&A session that showed the participants’ high interest in China.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Mr. Shoichiro Suzuki, Mr. Tsuyoshi Takagi, Prof. Naohiro Yashiro“Restructuring the Japanese Employment System” |
At the 19th GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited Mr. Shoichiro Suzuki, Chairman of Oji Paper Co. Ltd., Mr. Tsuyoshi Takagi, President of Japan Trade Union Confederation, and Prof. Naohiro Yashiro, International Christian University, to discuss the topic of ”Restructuring the Japanese Employment System”.
GRIPS Vice President Prof. Hiroko Ota served as the moderator, asking for the panelists’ opinions on various problems such as pay disparities, and the increase of non-regular workers. Opinions were expressed on the ways in which labor adjustment can take place without lay offs and the necessary creation of a more flexible labor market.
Despite the limited time, the discussion was very lively and many issues were covered.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Dr. Hiroshi Hirabayashi, Former Ambassador of Japan to India and France“Top Diplomacy and the Decision-Making Process in Foreign Policy” |
At the 18th GRIPS Forum GRIPS invited Dr. Hiroshi Hirabayashi, Former Ambassador of Japan to India and France, to deliver a lecture on “Top Diplomacy and the Decision-Making Process in Foreign Policy”.
Dr. Hirabayashi, who served at key posts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as the Prime Minister’s Cabinet Secretariat, thus with rich first-hand experience in supporting top diplomacy, described what “top diplomacy” entails; what is required of the head of the state; and successful and problematic top diplomacies in the past.
Dr. Hirabayashi’s opinion born from experience together with various inside stories made the lecture lively and interesting.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Mr. Kazushi Saito, Dr. Masayoshi Honma and Dr. Kazuhito Yamashita“In Search of a Breakthrough for Japan’s Agricultural Reform” |
At the 17th GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited Mr. Kazushi Saito, President of Izumi Agriculture Ltd. and Shonai Kome Koubou Inc., Dr. Masayoshi Honma, Professor at University of Tokyo, and Dr. Kazuhito Yamashita, Senior Fellow at the Research Institute of Economy, Trade & Industry, as panelists to debate on the topic of: “In Search of a Breakthrough for Japan’s Agricultural Reform”.
GRIPS Vice President Professor Hiroko Ota served as the moderator, asking for the panelists’ opinions on various problems in Japan’s Agricultural system, and what would be a breakthrough measure in order to achieve reform.
With a direct voice from the agricultural community together with the academic experts, the discussion was lively and fruitful despite the limited time frame of 90 minutes. Many questions were raised from the students, especially foreign students, during the Q&A session indicating a high level of interest in agricultural issues.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Dr. Kent Calder, Director of the Edwin O. Reischaur Center for East Asia Studies, Johns Hopkins University“Quiet Crisis of the Pacific Alliance: Deepening Challenges in a World of Transition” |
At the 16th GRIPS Forum, GRIPS invited Professor Kent Calder, Director of the Edwin O. Reischaur Center for East Asia Studies, the Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), Johns Hopkins University to give a lecture on “Quiet Crisis of the Pacific Alliance: Deepening Challenges in a World of Transition”.
Professor Calder, who has acted as an advisor to the U.S. Ambassadors to Japan for several years and is renowned as a leading authority on Japan studies, pointed out that while Asian countries are increasing their presence in the U.S., as well as in their relationship with Japan, the U.S.-Japan alliance has become complex in this age of globalization, and a distance between them can now be perceived.
Professor Calder emphasized the importance of policy coordination in view of the gradual change in U.S.-Japan relations. At the same time he underscored the necessity of Japan becoming proactive in its involvement with the U.S., not only in political terms but also in aspects involving NGOs, education and culture etc.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Mr. Nobuteru Ishihara （LDP) and Mr. Koichiro Genba (DPJ)“Japanese Politics at a Turning Point: Challenges of the Forthcoming General Election and the Prospects Beyond” |
At the 15th GRIPS Forum held on 18th May, 2009, we invited two notable statesmen from the House of Representatives; Mr. Nobuteru Ishihara of the Liberal Democratic Party, and Mr. Koichiro Genba of the Democratic Party of Japan, as panelists to debate on the topic of: “Japanese Politics at a Turning Point: Challenges of the Forthcoming General Election and the Prospects Beyond”.
GRIPS Vice President Professor Jun Iio, as moderator, asked for their opinions on current hot issues in view of the upcoming general election, such as how do they see the presidential transition within the DPJ, future political trends, the focal point of the next general election, and other policy issues.
With recent significant changes occurring in the political arena, the debate gathered much interest, and a large audience attended the seminar including domestic and international students, journalists, the general publics as well as from over 40 Embassies. Many questions were raised during the Q & A session.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Dr. Takashi Shiraishi, Visiting Professor of GRIPS, Executive member of the Council for Science and Technology Policy, Cabinet Office “Japan in Asia: Re-strategizing Japan’s Foreign Policy” |
Dr. Takashi Shiraishi gave a lecture titled “Japan in Asia: Re-strategizing Japan’s Foreign Policy”. Dr. Shiraishi described the expected change in Asia in the future, with the current Asian nation’s economic development and the changing dynamics in the international arena, in terms of power and wealth distribution, economic inter-dependency and expansion of urbanization, He also pointed out the significance of the Japan-U.S. Alliance, and his views on the course Japan should take. Many questions were raised during the Q & A session, making it a very lively Forum.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Mr. Hiroya Masuda, former Governor of Iwate Prefecture, former Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications“A Roadmap to Japan’s Rebirth: Local Initiatives for National Challenges” |
At a GRIPS Forum held on 27th April, 2009, Mr. Hiroya Masuda gave a lecture titled “A Roadmap to Japan’s Rebirth: Local Initiatives for National Challenges”.
Mr. Masuda, who served as the Governor of Iwate Prefecture as well as Minister of Internal Affairs and Communications, underscored that vibrant regions hold the key in reviving the national economy. He suggested focusing on two main strategies: decentralization and the introduction of a wider-area local government system. At the same time he stressed that these are simply means, and local revitalization in the true sense would depend on how the system is used.
Mr. Masuda also emphasized the importance of local revitalization through discovering, with the help of an objective outsider, and polishing the buried local jewel.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Prof. Dr. Ir. Ginandjar Kartasasmita, Chairman of the PPIJ (Indonesia-Japan Friendship Association) and Head of Indonesia’s Regional Representatives Council (DPR-RI)“The two Financial Crises” |
Prof. Dr. Ir. Ginandjar Kartasasmita, who is currently Chairman of the PPIJ (Indonesia-Japan Friendship Association) and Head of Indonesia’s Regional Representatives Council (DPR-RI), gave a lecture titled “The Tale of Two Crises: Political Response to Economic Crisis: Lesson From Indonesia”.
Prof. Dr. Ir. Ginandjar dealt with the Asian Financial Crisis in1997 as the Head of Bappenas and later as the Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Finance and Industry of Indonesia.
Prof. Dr. Ir. Ginandjar shared his views on the current financial crisis in comparison with the 1997 Asian financial crisis. He pointed out that despite some similarities between the two crises such as collapse of the financial system and temporary nationalization of financial institution, there were marked differences in terms of origin, causes and extent. He pointed out the importance of avoiding protectionism or trade war, and proposed global cooperation for urgent recovery in view of the world-wide recession that includes the developed countries, which was not the case in the 1997 Asian financial crisis.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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H.E. Dr. Walid Mahmoud Abdelnasser, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Japan“Egyptian-Japanese Partnership in an Increasingly Globalized World” |
At a GRIPS Forum held on 26th January, 2009, H.E. Dr. Walid Mahmoud Abdelnasser gave a lecture titled “Egyptian-Japanese Partnership in an Increasingly Globalized World”. H.E. Dr. Abdelnasser has been Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Japan since September 2007. Ambassador Abdelnasser delineated the Egyptian-Japanese relation which enjoys a long history in terms of diplomatic, economical and cultural aspects. With regards to the present relations, he took up the “Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology” as a successful model of triangular cooperation among Egypt, Japan and other countries. The University is scheduled to start taking students in 2011 from African and Arab countries in order to train the next generation of leaders who will assume responsibility for national affairs in the Middle East. The Q&A session was very lively as numerous ambassadors from the Middle Eastern and African nations exchanged their views on the ways to build international partnership in a globalized world.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Dr. Kazuhito Ikeo, Mr. Hirofumi Gomi and Mr. Hajime Kitano“Navigating Unchartered Waters: Overcoming the Financial Crisis” |
Three panelists, Dr. Kazuhito Ikeo, Mr. Hajime Kitano, and Mr. Hirofumi Gomi, discussed the issue of global financial crisis and the ways nations should handle it. Ms. Hiroko Ota, professor of GRIPS, served as the moderator and raised two issues; the solutions to the financial crisis, and the prospects for the global economy and finance.
Dr. Ikeo, a professor of Economics at Keio University, analyzed the financial crisis from the perspective of macroeconomics and underscored the significance of sustainable policies instead of temporary measures. Mr. Kitano, Managing Director & Chief Strategist of JP Morgan Securities Japan Co., Ltd., presented some concrete policies that the Japanese government should adopt, based on the analysis of the U.S. policies in the past. Mr. Gomi, former Commissioner of Financial Service Agency and currently an Adviser at Nishimura & Asahi, suggested a more disclosure of market information in order to find a way out of the present financial crisis and to prevent similar situations that might arise in the future.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Mr. Toshiro Muto, Chairman of the Daiwa Institute of Research Ltd., Former Deputy Governor of the Bank of Japan, Former Administrative Vice-Minister of the Ministry of Finance“Prospects for the Global Economy in the face of the Financial Crisis” |
At the Forum held on 15th December, 2008, Mr. Toshiro Muto gave a presentation titled ”Prospects for the Global Economy in the face of the Financial Crisis”. Mr. Muto has served as Deputy Governor of the Bank of Japan and Administrative Vice-Minister of the Ministry of Finance, and is currently Chairman of the Daiwa Institute of Research Ltd. Mr. Muto elaborated on the background of the global financial crisis, comparing experiences of Japan and the U.S. Some concrete measures were recommended to build a new financial architecture to revive the financial market.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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H.E. Mr. Jorma Julin, Ambassador of Finland to Japan“A Glance at the Finnish Success Story in the Era of Globalization - Key policy choices and public policies” |
H.E. Mr. Jorma Julin, Ambassador of Finland to Japan, gave a presentation titled “A Glance at the Finnish Success Story in the Era of Globalization - Key policy choices and public policies”. Ambassador Julin explained the process in which Finland rose from an agricultural-based small country to a wealthy post-industrial country with economic and competitive power. Ambassador Julin finished the lecture with his insights on sustainable growth strategies which inspired an active Q&A session. The lecture was the eighth in a series of fora that feature leaders from government, academia, and business, as well as GRIPS’ own faculty to discuss current policy concerns.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Dr. Robert M. Orr, former President of Boeing Japan, Foreign Policy Advisor for Senator Barack Obama’s Campaign“The Making of a President” |
Dr Orr is the former President of Boeing Japan, and served as a Foreign Policy Advisor for Senator Barack Obama’s Campaign. He is currently kept busy as a member of the President-elect’s transition office. Dr. Orr presented interesting inside stories on the development of strategies of the Obama campaign during the U.S presidential election. Many questions were raised at the Q&A session. The lecture was the seventh in a series of fora that feature leaders from government, academia, and business, as well as GRIPS’ own faculty to discuss current policy concerns.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Dr. Bukhary Essam, Saudi Cultural Attaché in Japan“Saudi Arabia: The New Challenge for Building the Future” |
At a GRIPS Forum on November 10, 2008, Dr Bukhary Essam, Saudi Cultural Attaché in Japan, gave a lecture on “Saudi Arabia: The New Challenge for Building the Future”. Dr. Essam elaborated on his country’s current strategies for economic development presenting a wide range of actual projects that have been nationally promoted. The lecture was the sixth in a series of forums that feature leaders from government, academia, and business, as well as GRIPS’ own faculty to discuss current policy concerns.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Ms. Hiroko Ota, Vice President of GRIPS and former Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy“Future Prospects of the Japanese Economy-Taking Stocks of the Koizumi, Abe, Fukuda's Economic Policies” |
Ms Hiroko Ota, Professor of GRIPS, former Minister of State for Economic and Fiscal Policy, gave a lecture on “Future Prospects of the Japanese Economy—Taking Stocks of the Koizumi, Abe, Fukuda's Economic Policies.” Ms. Ota presented her lessons and suggestions for Japanese economy which must strengthen its competitiveness and address its structural issues, based on the experiments as a Minister. The lecture was the fifth in a series of forum that feature leaders from government, academia, and business, as well as GRIPS’ own faculty to discuss current policy concerns.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Prof. Kiyoshi Kurokawa, Professor of GRIPS, Science Advisor to the Prime Minister and the Cabinet“Innovation for Sustainable Society –Japan’s Challenges and Potentials” |
Professor Kurokawa, who is an MD in addition to his role as a professor at GRIPS and a Science Advisor to the Prime Minister and the Cabinet, raised interesting issues on Japan's Challenges and Potentials in realizing a sustainable society through innovation. He pointed out that Japan now faces many difficulties such as falling and aging of population, economic malaise, while Asian countries, especially China and India backed by 2.5 billion populations, are rapidly growing. With the international community around Japan changing,Japan should rethink how we should exploit our comparative advantage and how we should survive in the global world. He pointed out that the key word of the solution is “Innovation”, which is no longer limited in its technical meaning, but encompasses creating a new social value.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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| Fee | Free | Language | Japanese | Translation | Simultaneous English |
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Ms. Fusae Ohta, Visiting Professor, GRIPS“Local Governance in Japan: Perspectives from the Eight-year Experience as a Governor” |
Ms. Ohta, former governor of Osaka Prefecture, and served two terms as Japan’s first female prefectural governor, gave a lecture on Local Governance in Japan. Ms. Ohta presented her lessons and suggestions on more constructive central- local relations, based on the experiments as a Governor. The lecture was the third in a series of fora that feature leaders from government, academia, and business, as well as GRIPS’ own faculty to discuss current policy concerns.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | Sokairo Hall |
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Dr. Lee Geun, Associate Professor, Graduate School of International Studies, Seoul National University“The Meaning of Conservative Dominance in Korean Politics: Implications of April 9th General Election” |
Dr. Lee, an associate professor at the Seoul National University, also directs the Korean Institute for Future Strategies, a major independent Korean think tank, and has been advisor to the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Dr. Lee outlined the result of the April 9th General Election of Korea in interesting details, explaining the reasons behind the conservative's victory and its implications.
| Contact | gripsforum@grips.ac.jp | Time | 16:40 - 18:10 | Venue | GRIPS Meeting Room 1ABC |
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| Fee | Free | Language | English | Translation | Simultaneous Japanese |
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Tatsuo Hatta, President and Professor of GRIPS (until March 2011)“Potential of the Japanese economy” |
At the launch of the GRIPS Forum series, as the first speaker, President Hatta made a presentation on the topic of Japan's Economic Potential. He outlined the major theories that try to explain the economic growth of Japan especially through the 70s, and used various data and statistics to lead to his conclusion of how growth can be attained.
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