Celebrating the 33rd Meeting of the Club Franco-Japonais in Tokyo

Celebrating the 33rd Meeting of the Club Franco-Japonais in Tokyo

On November 22, 2024, the Club Franco-Japonais convened in Tokyo for its 33rd annual meeting, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the Franco-Japanese partnership.

The Club, which brings together over 40 leaders from major French and Japanese companies, continues to serve as a vital platform for dialogue on strategic economic and geopolitical issues.

Lionel Vincent, Partner at LPA Tokyo and member of the Club, had the privilege of participating in the exchanges and witnessing this year’s highlights:

• A courtesy visit to the Prime Minister’s Office, where Mr. Hayashi Yoshimasa, Chief Cabinet Secretary, received a press release summarizing the Club’s discussions and recommendations.
• In-depth exchanges on critical themes such as innovation in new technologies, geopolitics, macroeconomics, and cultural and sports cooperation.
• Discussions on the opportunities presented by the upcoming Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan, as a platform for enhancing bilateral collaboration.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the co-chairs, Mr. Jacques Aschenbroich (French Co-Chairman, Orange) and Mr. Furuta Hidenori (Japanese Co-Chairman, Fujitsu), for their leadership, as well as to all participants for their invaluable contributions.

This meeting reaffirms the enduring strength of the Franco-Japanese relationship and highlights our shared commitment to addressing global challenges, fostering innovation, and building a prosperous future together.