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Guest Keynote: Outlook for Japanese Policy: Digital, AI, and Cybersecurity
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 / 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM JST
About the Session
In this session, we welcome Mr. Masaaki Taira, Member of the House of Representatives, former Minister for Digital Affairs, and Japan’s first Minister for Cybersecurity, as our keynote speaker. Mr. Taira will share insights into the process of formulating Japan’s national AI strategy and his initiatives in the field of cybersecurity. Drawing from his real-world experience, he will discuss the perspectives that guided his promotion of digital policies aimed at ensuring national security and economic growth. Mr. Taira will also share his leadership philosophy and his views on organizational management and talent development in an era of rapid change. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest trends in AI and cybersecurity, as well as the leadership that drove the digital transformation of Japan.