Nikkei Hall Tokyo
2024.12.3
INVENTING
A BETTER FUTURE
IN A CHANGING WORLD
French Japanese Business Summit 2024
Since 2018, the French Japanese Business Summit is a unique opportunity to show how strong partnerships between French and Japanese companies can lead to solid results and success stories. With the support of our sponsors and partners, the 2024 edition has addressed several topics on the upcoming transformations for both France and Japan, sustainable and resilient growth, and the ambition for French and Japanese businesses to forge their path in a fast-changing world.
With more than 900 participants, 38 speakers from 5 countries, and the presence of 25 journalists and 160 students from top universities, the Business Summit confirms more than ever its status as the must-attend French Japanese BtoB conference.
See you on November 6th 2025 for the 8th edition !
SPEAKERS
Mr. Scott D. ANTHONY
Mr. Olivier BECHT
Ms. Cécile BÉLIOT
Mr. Jean-Philippe Biragnet
Mr. Jérôme CHOUCHAN
Mr. Pedro Vargas DAVID
Mr. Damon Embling
Mr. Taro FUJIE
Mr. Teruo FUJII
Mr. Phillipe GODBOUT
Mr. Koji Hachiyama
Mr. Junichi HANZAWA
Mr. Masahiro ITO
Mr. Mitsuru IZUMO
Ms. Masami KATAKURA
Mr. Raphael Keller
MS. Inge Kerkloh-Devif
Ms. Nobuko Kobayashi
Mr. Philippe Larretche
Mr. Sebastien Lechevalier
DIJ (German Institute For Japanese Studies)
Mr. Franck LEROY
Ms. Kathy MATSUI
Mr. Yasuyuki NISHIKAWA
Mr. Shigesaburo Okumura
Mr. Masahito OYA
Mr. Phillipe Setton
Mr. Dan Slater
Mr. Tatsuiji Sugimoto
Mr. Joji Tagawa
Mr. Yoshinami TAKAHASHI
Mr. Motokuni TAKAOKA
MR. MAKOTO TAKASHIMA
MR. Hidekatsu TAKE
MR. Iwaaki Taniguchi
Mr. Francois TARDIF
Mr. Eijiro YAMAKITA
Mr. Yoshimitsu KAJI
About the business summit
The Business Summit, organized by the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (CCI France Japon) and under the patronage of the French Ambassador to Japan, will hold its 7th edition on December 03rd, 2024. Themed “Inventing a Better Future in a Changing World”, this summit will feature inspiring discussions from prestigious speakers and provide a high-level networking opportunity.
During this 2024’s edition of Business Summit, international speakers and participants from diverse backgrounds will convene at Nikkei Hall for a full-day of conferences and networking opportunities. Experts will share their insights on the upcoming transformations for both France and Japan, the strategies driving their global influence, and how they can effectively surpass competitors through research, partnerships, and diversity promotion.
Business Summit 2024 aims to showcase the strengths and expertise of French and Japanese companies, enhance bilateral cooperation, and foster innovation for a better future.
KEY FACTS
AND FIGURES
TOKYO
December 3rd, 2024
at the NIKKEI Hall
9:30 – 18:30
prestigious speakers
attendees
Networking
Lunch & Cocktail
Highlights
The world is undergoing unprecedented change and uncertainty. Complex and interconnected problems, such as climate change, pandemics, inequality, cyberattacks, and social unrest, challenge the world. These problems demand innovative and collaborative solutions that can harness the power of technology, creativity, and human potential. As business leaders and responsible citizens, we have the unique opportunity and the responsibility to shape the future of our industries, communities, and society in this changing world. We can leverage our resources, expertise, and influence to create positive impact and value for all stakeholders. We can also inspire and empower others to join us in our vision and mission. The world is changing faster than ever before, and we need to adapt and innovate to keep up.
In particular, France and Japan ought to move forward, find ways of becoming more resilient and creative, as well as reclaim a leading position in innovation. By focusing on how both countries can successfully transition to the digital, design innovative partnerships, efficiently mobilize financial resources and generate new ideas, we will grasp an overarching picture of the future opportunities awaiting their economies and bilateral relation.
To explore these challenging questions, the 2024 edition of our Business Summit will invite inspiring speakers to share their experiences and visions for the future. This influential event of global reach will allow you to connect the business world, renown academics, and global scientific and social communities and showcase both successful solutions to current problems and new strategies for future transformation.
AGENDA
▶︎ OPENING CEREMONY
▶︎ FORGING A RESILIENT AND INNOVATIVE FUTURE
This panel proposes to hear from CEOs and experts on how to achieve business resilience and reclaim a leading position in innovation.
▶︎ RISE OF SUPER SMART SOCIETY
Digital transformation, industry 4.0, artificial intelligence… what future for society and business? This panel will have forward-looking companies showcase their strategies to take on digitalization and emerging technologies.
▶︎ GREEN HORIZONS : BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY TOGETHER
This panel will be an opportunity for pioneer companies to share their insights on how to encourage sustainable practices and harness the power of technology, creativity, and human potential to create a better future for ourselves and the planet.
▶︎ WELL-BEING ACROSS GENERATIONS
The last panel’s speakers will talk about the future of work and new corporate frameworks
▶︎ COOPERATION FOR A BETTER TOMORROW
How international cooperation in the areas of economy, research and culture can improve our common future.
▶︎ CONCLUDING REMARKS
BENEFITS OF ATTENDING
NETWORK
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Messages from
Jérôme CHOUCHAN
President, CCI France Japan
Jérôme CHOUCHAN
President, CCI France Japan
After the successful past six years edition of the Business Summit, the CCI France-Japan is delighted to organize its seventh edition in 2024 which will focus on “Inventing a Better Future in a Changing World”. In our interconnected world, where disruption and technological advancements are accelerating, it is time for businesses and institutions to reflect on the solutions designed to face its challenges and on ways to anchor them in the long-term. The summit gives delegates the opportunity to discuss and advocate for critical issues, advance new opportunities and enables connections to key government and industry leaders, resources, and markets that businesses need to succeed. We are looking forward to welcoming you at the Nikkei Hall on December 3rd to chart a course toward a better future.
PhiliPPe Setton
French Ambassador to Japan
PhiliPPe Setton
Contacts CCI France Japon
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