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ERIA President Addresses 5th International Conference on Carbon Recycling

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ERIA President Addresses 5th International Conference on Carbon Recycling

27 September 2023

Energy , Japan

Hiroshima, 27 September 2023: The 5th International Conference on Carbon Recycling 2023, co-organized by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) and the New …

ERIA Attends Tokyo GX Week Ministerial Plenary Session 2023

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ERIA Attends Tokyo GX Week Ministerial Plenary Session 2023

25 September 2023

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 25 September 2023: The Ministerial Plenary Session of the Tokyo GX (Green Transformation) Week 2023 was held by Japan's Ministry of Economic, Trade, and …

ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe Meets with Japan’s METI Vice-Minister for International Affairs Shin Hosaka

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ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe Meets with Japan’s METI Vice-Minister for International Affairs Shin Hosaka

07 September 2023

Japan

Jakarta, 7 September 2023: Prof Tetsuya Watanabe, President of ERIA, held a meeting with Shin Hosaka, Vice-Minister for International Affairs at Japan's Ministry of Economy, …

Viet Nam in 'Northeast' Asian History – 'Resonance and Empathy' Between Japan and Viet Nam

Opinions

Viet Nam in 'Northeast' Asian History – 'Resonance and Empathy' Between Japan and Viet Nam

05 September 2023

Japan , Viet Nam

By Ambassador of Japan to Viet Nam, Takio Yamada Introduction This year, Japan and Viet Nam are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of …

ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe Meets with JETRO Chairman Norihiko Ishiguro

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ERIA President Tetsuya Watanabe Meets with JETRO Chairman Norihiko Ishiguro

02 September 2023

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 2 September 2023: Prof Tetsuya Watanabe, President of ERIA, met with Norihiko Ishiguro, Chairman of the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), at ERIA's office …

ERIA President Meets with JETRO President

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ERIA President Meets with JETRO President

23 August 2023

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 23 Aug 2023: President of ERIA, Prof Tetsuya Watanabe, hosted a meeting at the ERIA office with the President of Japan External Trade Organization …

ERIA Receives Courtesy Visit From Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO)

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ERIA Receives Courtesy Visit From Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO)

03 August 2023

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 3 August 2023: Koji Hachiyama, Chief Operating Officer of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN an East Asia (ERIA), warmly welcomed the visit of …

ERIA Welcomes Team of SEOM, METI Japan

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ERIA Welcomes Team of SEOM, METI Japan

25 May 2023

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 25 May 2023: Mr Koji Hachiyama, Chief Operating Officer of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), warmly welcomed Ms Mami …

ERIA Receives Special Visitor from Japan

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ERIA Receives Special Visitor from Japan

02 May 2023

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 2 May 2023: Mr Koichi Hagiuda, Chairperson of the Policy Research Council of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party and the Former Minister of Economy, Trade …

ERIA Participates in G7 Gunma Takasaki Digital and Tech Ministers' Meeting

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ERIA Participates in G7 Gunma Takasaki Digital and Tech Ministers' Meeting

29 April 2023

G7 , Japan , Technology

Takasaki, 29–30 April 2023: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) participated in the G7 (Group of Seven) Gunma Takasaki Digital and …

ERIA Collaborates with Global Experts in Preparation for G7 Summit

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ERIA Collaborates with Global Experts in Preparation for G7 Summit

27 April 2023

G7 , Japan

Tokyo, 27–28 April 2023: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) made a vital contribution to shaping policy recommendations for the upcoming …

ERIA Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation; Japan Patent Office

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ERIA Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Cambodia’s Ministry of Industry, Science, Technology and Innovation; Japan Patent Office

30 March 2023

Cambodia , Japan , Technology

Phnom Penh, 30 March 2023: Professor Hidetoshi Nishimura, President of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), signed a Memorandum of Cooperation …

ERIA Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce, Japan Patent Office

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ERIA Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with Cambodia’s Ministry of Commerce, Japan Patent Office

30 March 2023

Cambodia , Japan

Phnom Penh, 30 March 2023: Professor Hidetoshi Nishimura, President of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), signed a Memorandum of Cooperation …

ERIA Joins the 3rd Meeting of the G7 Digital and Tech Working Group

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ERIA Joins the 3rd Meeting of the G7 Digital and Tech Working Group

27 March 2023

Conference , Japan , Technology

Tokyo, 27-28 March 2023: Koji Hachiyama, COO of ERIA, joined the 3rd meeting of the G7 Digital and Tech Working Group (DTWG). The DTWG is …

Public–Private Investment Forum on Acceleration of Clean Energy Projects, Energy Transition Financing, Lower Costs for New Technology

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Public–Private Investment Forum on Acceleration of Clean Energy Projects, Energy Transition Financing, Lower Costs for New Technology

03 March 2023

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 3 March 2023: The Asia Zero Emissions Community (AZEC) held a public–private investment forum to provide support and policy coordination to catalyse the acceleration …

Best Practices in Nuclear Regulatory Framework Discussed at IEEJ-ERIA Symposium

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Best Practices in Nuclear Regulatory Framework Discussed at IEEJ-ERIA Symposium

21 February 2023

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 21 February 2023: The Institute of Energy Economics, Japan (IEEJ) and the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) held a symposium …

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding between ERIA and NCGM to Accelerate International Clinical Research in Asia

News , Press Releases

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding between ERIA and NCGM to Accelerate International Clinical Research in Asia

12 January 2023

Healthcare , Japan , MoU

Tokyo/Jakarta, 23 December 2022: the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Jakarta, and the National Center for Global Health and Medicine (NCGM), …

ERIA Holds East Asia Summit Hydrogen Workshop in Japan

Multimedia , News

ERIA Holds East Asia Summit Hydrogen Workshop in Japan

18 October 2022

Energy , Japan

Kobe, 18 October 2022: Hydrogen demand and production potential in the East Asian Summit (EAS) region compared with the global hydrogen situation and outlook was …

The Second Asia CCUS Forum: Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Towards Carbon Neutrality Efforts beyond 2050

Multimedia , News

The Second Asia CCUS Forum: Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) Towards Carbon Neutrality Efforts beyond 2050

30 September 2022

Energy , Forum , Japan

Tokyo, 30 September 2022: The Second Asia CCUS Network Forum was held in a hybrid format at the Tokyo Prince Hotel, Japan, on 30 September …

LNG Producer–Consumer Conference 2022 Pushes for World Energy Security

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LNG Producer–Consumer Conference 2022 Pushes for World Energy Security

29 September 2022

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 29 September 2022: In response to the dramatic shift in the global energy landscape in 2022, a conference focused on the potential of the …

ERIA President Calls for Mitigation Measures to Achieve Carbon Neutrality

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ERIA President Calls for Mitigation Measures to Achieve Carbon Neutrality

26 September 2022

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 26 September 2022: Highlighting the role of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) in Asia, Prof Hidetoshi Nishimura, President of the Economic Research Institute …

ERIA President Reports on Transition Finance at Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting in Tokyo

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ERIA President Reports on Transition Finance at Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting in Tokyo

26 September 2022

Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 26 September 2022: The 2nd Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting (AGGPM) 2022 was held in Tokyo, Japan organized by Minister of Economy, Trade, …

Re-invigorating the International Trade System

Opinions

Re-invigorating the International Trade System

08 September 2022

Japan , Trade

By Prof Shujiro Urata, Senior Research Advisor to the President: The world faces unprecedented and difficult challenges, including US–China rivalry, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, …

ERIA President Meets the Minister of Economy Trade and Industry of Japan 

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ERIA President Meets the Minister of Economy Trade and Industry of Japan 

03 September 2022

Japan

Jakarta, 3 September 2022: The President of the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Professor Hidetoshi Nishimura, had a meeting with His …

Opinions

Remembering Abe and Japan's Rise

12 July 2022

Japan

By Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn, Senior Communications Advisor: It is not an overstatement to say that the late prime minister Shinzo Abe single-handedly promoted Japan's …

Upon the Occasion of the Death of Mr Shinzo Abe

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Upon the Occasion of the Death of Mr Shinzo Abe

08 July 2022

Japan

Jakarta, 8 July 2022: It is with the greatest shock and most profound sorrow that I, and all of us at ERIA, have learned of …

ERIA Receives Courtesy Visit from SEOM Leader from Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry Japan

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ERIA Receives Courtesy Visit from SEOM Leader from Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry Japan

10 June 2022

Courtesy Visit , Japan

Jakarta, 10 June 2022: Mr Koji Hachiyama, the Chief Operating Officer of ERIA warmly welcomed the visit of Mr Tomoyoshi Yahagi, Deputy Director-General for International …

ERIA's COO Discusses ASEAN-Japan Growth Through Supply Chain Resiliency and Sophistication

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ERIA's COO Discusses ASEAN-Japan Growth Through Supply Chain Resiliency and Sophistication

03 June 2022

ASEAN , Japan

Tokyo, 3 June 2022: The ASEAN region has long been central in international business for Japanese companies, and the environment has undergone significant changes in …

Japan’s New Model of Capitalism in an Uncertain World

Opinions

Japan’s New Model of Capitalism in an Uncertain World

15 February 2022

Japan

By Prof Shujiro Urata, Senior Research Advisor to the President of ERIA: The year 2021 began with hope that the successful development of a new …

The Next Chapter of ASEAN and Japan Economic Cooperation in the Post-Pandemic Era

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The Next Chapter of ASEAN and Japan Economic Cooperation in the Post-Pandemic Era

10 January 2022

Japan

Jakarta, 10 January 2022: ERIA, in collaboration with the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia (FPCI) and the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan …

Viet Nam to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation on Healthcare with Japan

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Viet Nam to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation on Healthcare with Japan

27 October 2021

Healthcare , Japan , Viet Nam

Himeji, 27 October 2021: Viet Nam’s healthcare sector has been undergoing extensive reforms to meet the needs of the people; however, it still needs further …

ASEAN’s Energy Transition Goals Outlined by ERIA at 1st Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting

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ASEAN’s Energy Transition Goals Outlined by ERIA at 1st Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting

04 October 2021

ASEAN , Energy , Japan

Tokyo, 4 October 2021: The Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) Japan hosted the 1st Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting which brought together …

ASEAN-Japan Business Week: Toward Innovative and Sustainable Growth

Multimedia , News

ASEAN-Japan Business Week: Toward Innovative and Sustainable Growth

24 May 2021

ASEAN , Japan

Tokyo, 24 May 2021: Southeast Asia has always been at the heart of the international business for many Japanese companies, and it has become even …

Reclaiming Pragmatism in Japan’s Energy Policy

Opinions

Reclaiming Pragmatism in Japan’s Energy Policy

03 April 2021

Energy , Japan

By Prof Jun Arima, Senior Policy Fellow for Energy and Environment: In March 2021, Japan marked ten years since the 3/11 Great East Japan Earthquake …

In the News

Japan in balancing act with U.S. over sanctions on Myanmar

11 February 2021

Japan , Myanmar , United States

Note: This article was originally published in Kyodo News on 11 February 2021. Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn was quoted. With the United States announcing plans …

In the News

Japan Plays Guardian and Gatekeeper of the CPTPP

18 January 2021

Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Straits Times Prof Fukunari Kimura was quoted. China says it wants to join the 11-nation Pacific …

In the News

Prof Fukunari Kimura: This is the Time for Indonesia to Attract Japanese Investor

08 December 2020

Indonesia , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in Tribun News. Prof Fukunari Kimura was quoted. Please note that the article is in Indonesian Saat ini …

Without Trump, CJK Becomes Friendlier

Opinions

Without Trump, CJK Becomes Friendlier

01 December 2020

China , Japan , Republic of Korea , United States

By Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn, Senior Communications Advisor: It has been a four-year hiatus for the three Asian economic powerhouses. Whatever their collaborative configurations may have …

DISG Kick-off Webinar: Acceleration of Digital Innovation in ASEAN and Japan's Contribution

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DISG Kick-off Webinar: Acceleration of Digital Innovation in ASEAN and Japan's Contribution

28 October 2020

Innovation and Technology , Japan

Jakarta, 28 October 2020: ERIA participated in the ‘Kick-off Webinar: Acceleration of Digital Innovation in ASEAN and Japan's Contribution’. The event was the first in …

In the News

Japan Is Paying Firms to Make Things at Home. But China’s Pull Is Still Strong

26 September 2020

Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Economic Times on 27 September 2020 and The New York Times on 26 September 2020. Prof …

Will PM Suga Lead Japan to Abe 2.0?

Opinions

Will PM Suga Lead Japan to Abe 2.0?

22 September 2020

Japan

By Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn, Senior Communications Advisor: It was immediately obvious before last week's vote in Japan's parliament that the ruling Liberal Democratic Party wanted …

ERIA Presents Research at 8th OECD-AMRO-ADB/ADBI-ERIA Asian Regional Roundtable

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ERIA Presents Research at 8th OECD-AMRO-ADB/ADBI-ERIA Asian Regional Roundtable

14 February 2020

ADB , AMRO , ERIA , Japan

Tokyo, 14 February 2020: The 8th OECD-AMRO-ADB/ADBI-ERIA Asian Regional Roundtable on Macroeconomic and Structural Policies was held in Tokyo, Japan, from 13 to 14 …

Indonesia and Japan Explore Further Political and Economic Cooperation Towards 2045

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Indonesia and Japan Explore Further Political and Economic Cooperation Towards 2045

11 February 2020

Indonesia , Japan

Jakarta, 11 February 2019: Indonesia and Japan are looking to enhance their political and economic partnership as the two countries explored bilateral potentials in a …

In the News

China, Japan must cement ties for future

30 October 2019

China , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in Global Times on 30 October 2019. ERIA's special advisor to the president, Prof Akiko Yamanaka, was featured. Japanese …

In the News

ASEAN nations hope Japan and U.S. can 'shape' behavior of China, Thai expert says

02 August 2019

ASEAN , China , Japan , Trade , United States

Note: This article was originally published in The Japan Times on 1 August 2019. ERIA Senior Communication Advisor, Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn, was featured. BANGKOK – …

In the News

Energy for Sustainable Growth: G20's Dilemma

29 June 2019

Energy , Global , Governance , Japan

Note: This video was originally published in NHK World-Japan on 29June 2019. ERIA Energy Economist, Dr Han Phoumin was featured in a debate program. A …

In the News

Commentary: Don't expect the G20 to end the trade turmoil

28 June 2019

Global , Global Governance and Multilateralism , Globalisation , Governance , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in Channel News Asia on 28June 2019. ERIA Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura is the author. TOKYO: Economists are …

In the News

Trade tensions loom large over G-20 summit in Osaka

27 June 2019

Global , Global Governance and Multilateralism , Globalisation , Governance , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Straits Times on 27June 2019. ERIA Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura was featured. As leaders of the …

Prof Nishimura Discusses Digitalisation at the 12th Dialogue Between Secretary-General of ASEAN and FJCCIA

News

Prof Nishimura Discusses Digitalisation at the 12th Dialogue Between Secretary-General of ASEAN and FJCCIA

14 June 2019

ASEAN , Japan

Pattaya, 12 June 2019: A delegation from the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) took part in the 12th Dialogue between the …

ASEAN-Japan Celebrates 45-Year Relationship

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ASEAN-Japan Celebrates 45-Year Relationship

07 June 2019

ASEAN , Japan

Hanoi, 4 June 2019: ASEAN and Japan commemorated their 45th anniversary of their relationship with a series of activities including cultural shows, seminars and a …

In the News

Japan-Indonesia Summit Telephone Talk

22 May 2019

Indonesia , Japan

Note: This news was originally published in Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Japan on 22 May 2019. The Project 2045 was featured. On …

In the News

Pola Pikir Baru Pembangunan Ekonomi Menuju Visi 2045

14 May 2019

Indonesia , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in KOMPAS on 14 May 2019. ERIA and UNDP's report on ‘Project 2045: The Path to Peaceful and Prosperous …

In the News

RPT: ANALYSIS - China-Japan-South Korea FTA Talks Vital Amid Rising Protectionism But Fraught With Hurdles

18 April 2019

China , Japan , Trade

Note: This article was originally published in Urdu Point on 18 April 2019. Dr Lurong Chen, ERIA Economist, was featured. SOCHI (UrduPoint News / Sputnik …

ERIA President Meets OECD Secretary-General and Parliamentary Leagues for ERIA and OECD

News

ERIA President Meets OECD Secretary-General and Parliamentary Leagues for ERIA and OECD

16 April 2019

ERIA , Japan , OECD

Tokyo, 16 April 2019: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) hosted a …

ERIA Co-host the 7th International Conference for Universal Design 2019

News

ERIA Co-host the 7th International Conference for Universal Design 2019

08 March 2019

Healthcare , Japan

Bangkok, 4-6 March 2019: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), in partnership with International Association for Universal Design (IAUD) and King …

In the News

‘Fanciful’ to say Honda didn’t consider Brexit when closing Swindon

20 February 2019

Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Guardian on 20 February 2019. ERIA's Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura was featured. Claims that Brexit had …

Indonesia and Japan: a role model in bilateral relations

Opinions

Indonesia and Japan: a role model in bilateral relations

14 February 2019

Indonesia , Japan

By Cantika Rustandi, Communications Consultant: The past few years point to signs of a changing global order that has significantly impacted global stability. Many countries …

In the News

Indonesia and Japan: Role models in bilateral relations

13 February 2019

Indonesia , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Jakarta Post on 13 February 2019. Ms Cantika Rustandi’s opinion article entitled ‘Indonesia and Japan: Role models …

ERIA and UNDP Launch Project 2045 Final Report and Host High Level Seminar and Reception

Multimedia , News

ERIA and UNDP Launch Project 2045 Final Report and Host High Level Seminar and Reception

10 December 2018

ERIA , Indonesia , Japan

Jakarta, 9 December 2018: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted a reception and …

In the News

Japan, RI unveil Project 2045 details

10 December 2018

ERIA , Indonesia , Japan

Note: This article was originally published in The Jakarta Post on 10 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 and ERIA’s …

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