{"id":28327,"date":"2025-11-26T10:58:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-26T01:58:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ebc-jp.com\/?p=28327"},"modified":"2025-11-26T10:58:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-26T01:58:19","slug":"ebc-%e3%83%8b%e3%83%a5%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b9%e3%83%ac%e3%82%bf%e3%83%bc%e3%80%802025%e5%b9%b411%e6%9c%8826%e6%97%a5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ebc-jp.com\/ja\/news-ja\/ebc-%e3%83%8b%e3%83%a5%e3%83%bc%e3%82%b9%e3%83%ac%e3%82%bf%e3%83%bc%e3%80%802025%e5%b9%b411%e6%9c%8826%e6%97%a5\/","title":{"rendered":"EBC \u30cb\u30e5\u30fc\u30b9\u30ec\u30bf\u30fc\u30002025\u5e7411\u670826\u65e5"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Dear Friends of the EBC,<\/p>\n

As part of its mission to strengthen European business interests in Japan, the EBC continues to engage actively with diplomatic partners, expand its policy platforms, and support initiatives that foster talent and innovation. Below is an overview of this week\u2019s key activities and opportunities for our members.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n
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Meeting with the Swiss Embassy – 19 November<\/strong><\/p>\n

On 19 November, the EBC met with\u00a0Gabriel Spaeti, Counsellor and Head of the Economy & Finance Section at the Swiss Embassy in Japan.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The discussion was broad and constructive, covering topics such as the EU-Switzerland Free Trade Agreement, the Embassy\u2019s priorities in Japan, and other shared areas of interest. We also presented the EBC\u2019s background, activities, and main policy-engagement areas.<\/p>\n

The meeting took place in an open and positive atmosphere, with both sides expressing a strong commitment to continued close collaboration.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Celebrating Ireland-Japan Business Excellence – 21 November<\/strong><\/p>\n

The EBC was delighted to attend the Ireland Japan Business Awards on 21 November, organized by the Ireland Japan Chamber of Commerce.<\/strong> This prestigious event shines a spotlight on companies and individuals driving success and fostering stronger economic ties between Ireland and Japan.<\/p>\n

The evening was a true celebration, with outstanding Irish food, drinks, and music, and a fantastic turnout from the Ireland\u2013Japan business community.<\/p>\n

Congratulations to all award recipients!\u00a0We also commend the IJCC for highlighting the depth, vibrancy, and continued potential of Ireland-Japan business relations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Inaugural Meeting of the EBC Digital Committee<\/strong> –<\/strong> 25 November<\/strong><\/p>\n

This new initiative comes at a crucial moment, as digital transformation continues to shape business practices and regulatory environments in both Japan and Europe. With strong interest from companies across multiple sectors, the committee is already shaping up to be a vibrant platform for dialogue and collaboration.<\/p>\n

During this inaugural session, members exchanged views on their priorities and explored the key policy areas where the committee will focus its efforts. Going forward, the group will continue to deepen its work and engage proactively with stakeholders on both the European and Japanese sides.<\/p>\n

If your company is active in Europe and interested in digital policy or the broader digital ecosystem in Japan, we would be pleased to connect with you.<\/p>\n

A warm thank you to Felix von Helden (Ultra Tendency)<\/strong> and Wataru Suzuki (SAP)<\/strong> for stepping up as our committee co-chairs.<\/p>\n

We look forward to building this new initiative together!<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Recruitment of Host Companies for the 2026<\/strong>–<\/strong>2027 \u201cVulcanus in Japan\u201d Programme<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cVulcanus in Japan\u201d is an 8-month industrial internship programme for European engineering and science students, managed by the<\/strong>\u00a0EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation<\/strong><\/a>. Each year, approximately 25 highly skilled and motivated students are selected for internships in Japan: two months of intensive Japanese language courses and seminars, followed by six months of hands-on training at a host company.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Internship projects typically span Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, AI, ICT, Data Science, GNSS, Chemistry, Biotechnology and Life Sciences, Space technologies, and more.<\/p>\n

The\u00a02026-2027 programme<\/strong>\u00a0will begin in August 2026 with language training, followed by industrial placements from October 2026 to March 2027.<\/p>\n

Companies in Japan interested in hosting interns may contact the Vulcanus in Japan team at the EU-Japan Centre in Tokyo:
\nEmail:<\/strong>\u00a0VinJ@eu-japan.or.jp<\/a>
\nPhone:<\/strong>\u00a0+81-(0)3-6408-0281
\nRecruitment period:<\/strong>\u00a01 November – 12 December 2025
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Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through policy engagement, dialogue with key partners, and support for initiatives that strengthen Europe-Japan cooperation, the EBC remains committed to representing the voice of European business in Japan. We look forward to continuing this work together with our members, stakeholders, and the wider European community.<\/p>\n

Valerie Moschetti
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