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The Institute of Geoeconomics at the International House of Japan will host the international conference "Geoeconomic Summit 2026" in May 2026.
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The Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) at the International House of Japan (Minato-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: James Masakazu Kondo; Director: Kazuto Suzuki) is pleased to announce that it will hold the "Geoeconomic Summit 2026 – Geoeconomics in Times of Geopolitical Turbulence" (hereinafter referred to as "this event") in Tokyo on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
The first Geoeconomic Summit was held in 2024, and since then, it has served as a forum for experts from around the world to gather and discuss important issues in understanding contemporary international relations amidst a changing geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape.
This year's summit, the third of its kind, will once again bring together leading experts from government, industry, and academia to discuss a wide range of topics, taking into account the rapidly changing and increasingly unstable international situation.
All sessions will be conducted in English, with simultaneous interpretation available.
Event details are as follows:
Event Overview
Geoeconomic Summit 2026 – Geoeconomics in Times of Geopolitical Turbulence
Date and Time | May 13, 2026 (Wed) 14:00 - 20:30 (Doors open 13:30) |
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Language | English (with Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation) |
Venue | In-person: Venue in Tokyo |
How to Participate | In-person: By invitation only |
Agenda | 14:00 Opening Remarks (Kazuto Suzuki, Director, Institute of Geoeconomics) |
＜Separate Document: Agenda Details＞
Geoeconomic Summit 2026 - Geoeconomics in Times of Geopolitical Turbulence
14:00 | Opening Remarks | Kazuto Suzuki, Director, Institute of Geoeconomics |
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14:05 | Keynote Speech 1 | (Guest TBC) |
14:20 | Dialogue with Keynote Speaker | (Guest TBC) |
14:55 | Panel Discussion 1 | Strategies in an "Weaponized Economy" |
16:30 | Keynote Speech 2 | (Guest: Carl Bildt, former Prime Minister of Sweden) |
16:45 | Dialogue with Keynote Speaker | (Moderator: Kazuto Suzuki, Director, Institute of Geoeconomics) |
17:30 | Panel Discussion 2 | Asia and the International Order: |
18:50 | Closing Remarks | James Masakazu Kondo, Chairman, International House of Japan |
19:00 | Dinner Reception |
FAQ
When will the "Geoeconomic Summit 2026" be held?
It will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
What is the language of the event?
All sessions will be conducted in English, with Japanese-English simultaneous interpretation available.
How can I participate?
In-person participation is by invitation only. Online participation requires pre-registration via the provided link.
What are the main themes?
The main theme is "Geoeconomics in Times of Geopolitical Turbulence," with discussions on topics such as "Strategies in an "Weaponized Economy"" and "Asia and the International Order: A New Era of Energy and Supply Chains."
Are there any notable speakers?
Carl Bildt, former Prime Minister of Sweden, will deliver a keynote speech. Other guest speakers and panelists are currently being confirmed.