Japan SPOTLIGHT is our bimonthly E-Journal, published on the 10th of every odd month.
Bridges For International Communication
Generative AI – Opportunities & Challenges
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Publisher's Note
How Do We Interact with AI?By Masakazu Toyoda
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Exclusive Interview
From 30 Years of Stagnation to Sustainable Growth: Economic & Industrial Policies Supporting the Structural Transformation of the Japanese Economy Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Ken SaitoBy Naoyuki Haraoka
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Generative AI – Opportunities & Challenges
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Roundtable Discussion
Roundtable with Dr. Yutaka Matsuo, Akiko Murakami, Chizuru Suga & Masakazu Toyoda(April 4, 2024) Is AI a Friend or Foe of Humans?By Japan SPOTLIGHT
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Interview with Christian Huebner, Konrad Adenauer Foundation The Merits & Demerits of AI, & Preparing the Way for Its Social Implementation Worldwide
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Interview with Shinichi Yamaguchi, Associate Professor at the Center for Global Communications, International University of Japan Towards a Balanced AI Strategy That Achieves High Productivity, Creativity & a Just Society
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Interview with Kunihiro Tanaka, Founder & CEO, President, SAKURA internet Inc. (April 9, 2024) Generative AI at the Core of Japan’s Startup & Growth Strategy
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Interview with Jerry Sheehan, Director for Science, Technology and Innovation, OECD OECD Supports Hiroshima AI Process to Achieve Better Social Well-Being
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Europe-China Relations: Trying to Reconcile Economic & Global Concerns in a Changing Bilateral Context
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Indian Jesuits in Japan
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Taiwan’s Presidential Election & Future World Affairs
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Interview with Ryuichiro Takeshita, Chief Global Editor of PIVOT (Feb. 7, 2024) PIVOT – a Japanese Media Startup with Global Ambitions
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Interview with Taizo Ohta, Chairman of the Executive Committee of FactorISM (Feb. 14, 2024) Local Factories as Magnificent Entertainment Venues
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Number of Japanese Permanent Residents Overseas Rising
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Generative AI – Opportunities & Challenges
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Generative AI – Opportunities & Challenges
Exclusive Interview
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Japan SPOTLIGHT May/June 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: Generative AI - Opportunities & Challenges【Next Issue】
The July/August 2024 issue will highlight New International Order Through Collaboration Centered on Japan & the Global South. Out of the chaos of the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, is there hope of restoring global peace and prosperity? What roles could Japan and the emerging Global South play in a potentially new international order? Our next issue will be published on our website on July 10, 2024. - Exclusive Interview
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Japan SPOTLIGHT March/April 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: Emerging India as a Leader of the Global South & Its Future Relations with Japan【Next Issue】
The May/June 2024 issue will highlight Generative AI - Its Opportunities & Challenges. Pundits are today talking about their dreams and concerns for Generative AI. We will present various experts' views on this interesting topic. Our next issue will be published on our website on May 10, 2024.
- Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT January/February 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: What Must Be Done to Maintain a Population of 100 Million in Japan?【Next Issue】
The March/April 2024 issue will highlight Emerging India as a leader of the Global South and its future relations with Japan. Indian and Japanese leading thinkers will talk about both nations' future. Our next issue will be published on our website on March 10, 2024.
- Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT May/June 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: Generative AI - Opportunities & Challenges【Next Issue】
The July/August 2024 issue will highlight New International Order Through Collaboration Centered on Japan & the Global South. Out of the chaos of the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, is there hope of restoring global peace and prosperity? What roles could Japan and the emerging Global South play in a potentially new international order? Our next issue will be published on our website on July 10, 2024. - Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT March/April 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: Emerging India as a Leader of the Global South & Its Future Relations with Japan【Next Issue】
The May/June 2024 issue will highlight Generative AI - Its Opportunities & Challenges. Pundits are today talking about their dreams and concerns for Generative AI. We will present various experts' views on this interesting topic. Our next issue will be published on our website on May 10, 2024.
- Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT January/February 2024 issue is published
COVER STORY: What Must Be Done to Maintain a Population of 100 Million in Japan?【Next Issue】
The March/April 2024 issue will highlight Emerging India as a leader of the Global South and its future relations with Japan. Indian and Japanese leading thinkers will talk about both nations' future. Our next issue will be published on our website on March 10, 2024.
- Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT November/December 2023 issue is published
COVER STORY: Industrial Policies for Achieving Asia-Wide Sustainable Growth【Next Issue】
The January/February 2024 issue will highlight depopulation in Japan and how to tackle the challenges it presents for the benefit of future generations. Our next issue will be published on our website on Jan. 10, 2024.
- Japan Spotlight
Japan SPOTLIGHT September/October 2023 issue is published
COVER STORY: White Paper on International Economy & Trade 2023【Next Issue】
The November/December 2023 issue highlights the "Need for an Asia-Wide Industrial Policy". Distinguished economists in Southeast Asia will discuss how industrial policy can realize a sustainable future for Asia. Our next issue will be published on our website on Nov. 10, 2023.
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Japan-US Forum 2023
Japan-US Forum 2023 was co-hosted by Japan Economic Foundation (JEF) and Brookings Institution on 13th November 2023.
- International Forum
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Asia-Pacific Forum 2023 Online Symposium
Asia-Pacific Forum was hosted by Japan Economic Foundation (JEF) on 12th and 13th of December 2023.
- International Forum
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Japan-Europe Forum 2023(Hybrid Symposium)
Japan-Europe Forum was co-hosted by Japan Economic Foundation (JEF) and The Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House) on 30th November 2023. - What's NEW
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2023 CJK Cooperation dialogue
2023 CJK Cooperation Dialogue was held on 12th and 13th October 2023 in Seoul.
- International Forum
Latest Events (completed)
2022 CJK Cooperation dialogue
2022 CJK Cooperation Dialogue was held on 14th and 15th November 2022 in Tokyo.