News and Views
Remembering Abe and Japan's Rise
12 July 2022
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
08 July 2022
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
10 June 2022
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
03 June 2022
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
15 February 2022
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
10 January 2022
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
27 October 2021
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
04 October 2021
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
24 May 2021
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
03 April 2021
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 …
Japan in balancing act with U.S. over sanctions on Myanmar
11 February 2021
Note: This article was originally published in Kyodo News on 11 February 2021. Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn was quoted. With the United States announcing plans …
Japan Plays Guardian and Gatekeeper of the CPTPP
18 January 2021
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 …
Prof Fukunari Kimura: This is the Time for Indonesia to Attract Japanese Investor
08 December 2020
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
01 December 2020
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
28 October 2020
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 …
Japan Is Paying Firms to Make Things at Home. But China’s Pull Is Still Strong
26 September 2020
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?
22 September 2020
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
14 February 2020
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
11 February 2020
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 …
China, Japan must cement ties for future
30 October 2019
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 …
ASEAN nations hope Japan and U.S. can 'shape' behavior of China, Thai expert says
02 August 2019
Note: This article was originally published in The Japan Times on 1 August 2019. ERIA Senior Communication Advisor, Mr Kavi Chongkittavorn, was featured. BANGKOK – …
Energy for Sustainable Growth: G20's Dilemma
29 June 2019
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 …
Commentary: Don't expect the G20 to end the trade turmoil
28 June 2019
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 …
Trade tensions loom large over G-20 summit in Osaka
27 June 2019
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
14 June 2019
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
07 June 2019
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 …
Japan-Indonesia Summit Telephone Talk
22 May 2019
Note: This news was originally published in Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Japan on 22 May 2019. The Project 2045 was featured. On …
Pola Pikir Baru Pembangunan Ekonomi Menuju Visi 2045
14 May 2019
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 …
RPT: ANALYSIS - China-Japan-South Korea FTA Talks Vital Amid Rising Protectionism But Fraught With Hurdles
18 April 2019
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
16 April 2019
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
08 March 2019
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 …
‘Fanciful’ to say Honda didn’t consider Brexit when closing Swindon
20 February 2019
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
14 February 2019
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 …
Indonesia and Japan: Role models in bilateral relations
13 February 2019
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
10 December 2018
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 …
Japan, RI unveil Project 2045 details
10 December 2018
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 …
Proyek 2045 Perkuat 60 Tahun Kerjasama Indonesia-Jepang
09 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Minanews on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 was covered in the …
Indonesia-Japan 2045 Project Need to be Reviewed Periodically: VP
09 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Tempo English on 9 December 2018. Vice President of Indonesia H.E. Drs H.M. Jusuf Kalla stated in his …
Indonesia-Japan 2045 project needs to be reviewed periodically: VP
09 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Antara News on 9 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 and ERIA’s 10th …
Wapres usulkan tinjauan berkala proyek 2045
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Elshinta on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 and ERIA’s 10th Anniversary …
Wapres Terima Hasil Project 2045 Indonesia-Jepang
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in RMOL.Co on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 was covered in the …
Wapres JK Usulkan Tinjauan Berkala Proyek 2045 - Warta Ekonomi
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Warta Ekonomi on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 and ERIA’s 10th …
Bappenas: 2045, Posisi Indonesia dan Jepang akan Sejajar
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Republika on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 was covered in the …
UNDP-ERIA Gelar Seminar Soroti Kerja Sama Indonesia-Jepang
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Republika on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 was covered in …
Wapres JK usulkan tinjauan berkala proyek 2045
08 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Antara News on 8 December 2018. The proceedings of the High-Level Seminar on Project 2045 and ERIA’s 10th …

Managing the G20's relevance: Japan's presidential agenda
07 December 2018
JAKARTA - The leaders of the Group of 20 — the world’s 19 wealthiest nations plus the European Union — gathered in Buenos Aires last …
Managing the G20’s relevance: Japan’s presidential agenda
04 December 2018
Note: This article was originally published in The Japan Times on 4 December 2018. ERIA Senior Energy Economist, Dr Venkatachalam Anbumozhi discussed Japan’s G20 presidency’s …
Perspectives on Mekong-Japan cooperation for inclusive growth and mutual benefits
16 November 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Asia Pathways - ADBI Blog on 16 November 2018. ERIA Energy Economist Dr Han Phoumin discussed the cooperation …

ERIA Supports High School Students Summit on ‘World Tsunami Awareness Day’ 2018 in Wakayama
05 November 2018
Wakayama, 31-1 November 2018: The High School Students Summit on ‘World Tsunami Awareness Day’ 2018 in Wakayama was held on 31 October and 1 November …
Japan–EU agreement provides ballast amid the rising tides of protectionism
11 September 2018
Note: This article was originally published in The East Asia Forum on 11 September 2018. ERIA's Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura is the author. …

ERIA Hosts Discussion on ASEAN with Visiting Mission from Japan
10 September 2018
Jakarta, 7 September 2018: The Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) hosted a discussion on ASEAN and ASEAN Community with a visiting …

Japan’s engagement with Africa shows a long-term commitment to the continent
23 August 2018
Note: This article was originally published in How we made it in Africa on 23 August 2018. ERIA’s contribution on the AAGC Vision Document …

Japan’s globalisation strategy under pressure
03 July 2018
Note: This article was originally published in East Asia Forum on 3 July 2018. ERIA's Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura, is the author. The …

Japan set to ratify revised TPP free trade deal two days before regional meeting on RCEP
28 June 2018
Note: This article was originally published in The Straits Times on 28 June 2018. ERIA's Chief Economist, Prof Fukunari Kimura, was featured. TOKYO – Japan …

ERIA Hosted Special Lecture on Disaster Risk Management
20 April 2018
Jakarta, 18 April 2018: Mainstreaming disaster risk management into ASEAN societies is an ongoing task shared by all stakeholders in the region and beyond. Given …

Talk of the week: ERIA co-organizes ASEAN 50th anniversary symposium
06 April 2018
Note: This article was originally published in The Jakarta Post on 6 April 2018. ERIA's event on ‘ASEAN 50th Anniversary Symposium IV’ in Tokyo, Japan …

Energy cooperation between Canberra and Tokyo could help keep the lights on in Asia
20 March 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Asian Correspondent on 20 March 2018. ERIA's Senior Energy Economist, Dr Venkatachalam Anbumozhi, is the author. Current energy …

Australia and Japan’s Light Bulb Moment
12 March 2018
The future of Australia-Japan energy cooperation will be increasingly shaped by the growing demands of their Asian neighbours, Venkatachalam Anbumozhi writes. Current energy cooperation between …

Asean-Japan Centre holds symposium to reflect on Asean’s 50th anniversary
10 March 2018
Note: This article was originally published in The Borneo Post on 10 March 2018. ERIA's event was featured. The Asean-Japan Centre (AJC) conducted …

Joint symposium reflects solid Asean-Japan relations
09 March 2018
Note: This article was originally published in Borneo Bulletin on 9 March 2018. ERIA's event was featured. THE Asean-Japan Centre (AJC), an intergovernmental …