How are global executives responding to Japan’s efforts to boost inward investments? From reforming and internationalizing corporate governance frameworks to adjusting regulations related to investment screenings, foreign ownership, and financial incentives, Japan has been proactively seeking to enhance the country’s position as a global business and financial hub. How are companies responding to these reforms? How might these changes provide new and attractive opportunities for global business and investors? In what areas could Japan provide resiliency against greater global economic transformations? 

Introductory Remarks

Yuka Shimokawa

Associate Director, Business and Program Development, Milken Institute

Moderator

Yumiko Murakami

Co-Founder and General Partner, MPower Partners

Speakers

Tomoko Amaya

Vice Minister for International Affairs, Japan’s Financial Services Agency

Kiyotaka Fujii

Senior Executive Vice President, Konica Minolta; Executive Chairman of the Board, REALM IDx, Inc.

Ken Hokugo

Director, Head of Corporate Governance, Pension Fund Association

Merit Janow

Chair of the Board of Directors, Mastercard