{"id":30416,"date":"2026-09-09T10:37:40","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T01:37:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ebc-jp.com\/?p=30416"},"modified":"2026-09-09T10:38:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T01:38:48","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%802026%e5%b9%b49%e6%9c%889%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%802026%e5%b9%b49%e6%9c%889%e6%97%a5\/","title":{"rendered":"EBC \u30cb\u30e5\u30fc\u30b9\u30ec\u30bf\u30fc\u30002026\u5e749\u67089\u65e5"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

We continue to actively engage with European and Japanese stakeholders on issues that are strategically important for European business in Japan. This week, our activities focused on\u00a0EU-Japan defence cooperation, trade and regulatory issues, and the business environment<\/strong>, while also highlighting two relevant partner events.<\/strong><\/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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Advancing EU-Japan cooperation in defence<\/strong><\/p>\n

The EBC was pleased to participate in two important Belgian defence engagements in Tokyo, providing opportunities to strengthen dialogue and connections between European and Japanese stakeholders.<\/p>\n

On\u00a031 August, the EBC attended a reception marking the inauguration of the office of\u00a0Colonel Laurent Petit, the first Belgian Defence Attach\u00e9 to Japan, and welcoming him to his new role. The reception was held in the presence of\u00a0H.E. Theo Francken, Minister for Defence and External Trade, and\u00a0H.E. Antoine Evrard, Ambassador of Belgium to Japan.<\/strong><\/p>\n

On\u00a01 September, the EBC joined the\u00a0Belgian Defence Industry Seminar, bringing together Belgian and Japanese stakeholders to explore opportunities for greater industrial cooperation. The seminar highlighted Belgium\u2019s expertise in advanced defence technologies, innovation and specialised capabilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ahead of the seminar,\u00a0Nikolaus Boltze, President of the EBC Board, met with Minister Francken to discuss the EBC\u2019s work to strengthen EU-Japan cooperation in the defence industry, including through the\u00a0EBC Defence & Security Committee\u00a0and its efforts to connect European and Japanese business stakeholders.<\/p>\n

The EBC looks forward to continuing to contribute to a stronger, more resilient and mutually beneficial\u00a0EU-Japan defence partnership.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dialogue on key issues for European business<\/strong><\/p>\n

On\u00a03 September, the EBC held a productive meeting with the\u00a0Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE), including Chief of Staff\u00a0Becky Johnson\u00a0and Director\u00a0Catherine Tai.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The discussion covered a range of issues of importance to European business, including\u00a0critical materials, trade facilitation and labour-related issues. The meeting provided a valuable opportunity to exchange perspectives on the challenges facing businesses today and to discuss how closer cooperation can support\u00a0open, resilient and rules-based trade.<\/p>\n

The EBC thanks Becky Johnson and Catherine Tai for the engaging discussion and for sharing their insights. We look forward to continuing this dialogue.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Partner Event: Intellectual Property Basics in the EU<\/strong><\/p>\n

The\u00a0EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation, together with the\u00a0European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)\u00a0and the\u00a0European Patent Office (EPO), is organising a webinar for Japanese companies on the fundamentals of intellectual property protection in the EU.<\/p>\n

The webinar will introduce practical examples of how companies can protect their\u00a0brands, designs and technologie swhen expanding into the European market, and how IP protection can help reduce investment risks.<\/p>\n

15 September 2026<\/strong>
\n17:00-18:30 Tokyo time<\/strong>
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Partner Event: TechBIZKON X: LifeTECH+ : Connecting European and Japanese Innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n

On 9 October in Tokyo, TechBIZKON X: LifeTECH+ will bring together European and Japanese startups, corporates, investors and innovation stakeholders to explore the latest opportunities in LifeTech and technologies for a better quality of life.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The event will showcase 30+ startups from Austria, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland and Japan, with a focus on Health & Wellbeing, MedTech, Biotech, AgeTech, CareTech, pharmaceuticals, regenerative medicine, disability inclusion and digital innovation. Participants will have opportunities to discover new solutions, meet potential business partners and investors, and engage in 1-to-1 meetings with startups.<\/span><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcc5\u00a09 October 2026<\/strong>
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For EBC members interested in LifeTech, innovation, investment or European\u2013Japanese business partnerships, this is a valuable opportunity to connect with emerging technologies and potential partners.<\/span><\/p>\n

Learn more and register for TechBIZKON X: LifeTECH+<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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As we enter the new business season, the EBC will continue to focus on the priorities that matter most to European companies operating in Japan, while ensuring that their perspectives are heard by the relevant Japanese authorities and institutions.<\/span><\/p>\n

We look forward to a busy autumn and to working closely with our members and partners on the opportunities and challenges ahead!<\/span><\/p>\n

Valerie Moschetti
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