G1 Global Podcast

Policies that spur growth through entrepreneurship and innovation are an important part of Abenomics’ ”third arrow.' What are the driving forces behind entrepreneurship, and how can we maximize prospects for innovations in business? What policies should governments pursue to create an environment conducive to innovative ventures? Panelists from China, the US, South Korea, and Japan look at these crucial topics and discuss keys for a successful combination of innovation and entrepreneurship.

G1 Global Conference 2013 Business Breakout Session held at Graduate School of Management, GLOBIS University in Tokyo, September 16, 2013.

India and ASEAN countries are important markets and attractive investment destinations for Japanese companies. A wide range of public and private bi and multilateral cooperation frameworks are forming, and there are still untapped opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships.

The Fifth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in June 2013 closed with Prime Minister Abe’s pledge on a government and private development aid of up to 3.2 trillion yen. What are the keys to forging a mutually beneficial, strategic relationship between Japan and Africa?

The central plank of Abenomics has so far been overwhelmingly focused on the “first arrow” monetary policy to re-boost the Japanese economy. The Bank of Japan’s bold easing strategies have successfully improved economic sentiment and bolstered consumer spending. But as the initial enthusiasm begins to wane, can these reflationary policies really drag Japan out of deflation? What are the repercussions for the global economy? Experts from the US, the UK and Japan explore these questions.

Monetary Policy of “Abenomics”: Overview and Impact

"Cool Japan" is a government-backed initiative to promote creative industries at home and abroad. This session sheds light on popular aspects of Japanese culture to examine how the "Cool Japan" strategy can enhance the competitive edge of Japanese cultural industries. This session features panelists from the world of fashion, contemporary art and the "otaku" subcultures of anime, manga and games.

With an emphasis on measures to boost economic growth, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is pressing forward to lift the Japanese economy out of prolonged deflation.

Fortified by a resounding victory in July’s Upper House election, is the Abe government now in a position to carry out bold and substantial economic reforms through Abenomics? How do the prospects for a Japanese recovery impact on its relations with the rest of the world? This session features a keynote speech by Minister Hayashi, followed by a panel discussion.

This high-level interactive session is part of a series of Japan’s global advisory meetings typically held at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. It is attended by the Japanese prime minister and key cabinet ministers, together with top multi-stakeholder global leaders. At the IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting in Tokyo, this special session provided an opportunity for global leaders gathered from around the world to interact with Japanese national leaders to discuss new models of leadership for Japan and the world.

World Economic Forum Japan Global Advisory Meeting held at SkyStudio, Roppongi AcademyHills in Tokyo, October 13, 2012.

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This high-level interactive session is part of a series of Japan’s global advisory meetings typically held at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos. It is attended by the Japanese prime minister and key cabinet ministers, together with top multi-stakeholder global leaders. At the IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting in Tokyo, this special session provided an opportunity for global leaders gathered from around the world to interact with Japanese national leaders to discuss new models of leadership for Japan and the world.

3/11 posed a major challenge for the Japanese economy. This was especially true for the manufacturing sector, where exports still remain the crux of the country’ s economic growth. As the situation improves, how can we assess the economic impact of 3/11? What should companies do? What is the economic blueprint to rebuild the Japanese economy?

Rebuilding Japan: Globalization and the Economy

In the wake of 3/11, how will the Japanese economy recover? How can businesses help, and what’s to be expected of the new economic blueprint for Japan?

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