"Government Holds Second Dialogue on Shaping the Future with Transportation"
Japan Mobility Show Sparks Call for Government Support to Boost Competitiveness
The Japan Mobility Show, a major event attended by both domestic and international audiences, has once again taken centre stage as a platform for collaboration and discussion on the future of the mobility sector. Organized by Keidanren, the event has been instrumental in fostering direct interaction and exchange of ideas.
On October 26, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida toured the Japan Mobility Show at Tokyo Big Sight, gaining a firsthand experience of the future of mobility. The event's new name reflects its focus on the mobility sector's future vision.
During the event, Keidanren's Committee on Mobility, led by Keidanren Chairman Tokura, made specific requests for government support to place Japan's mobility industry at the forefront of global competition. The committee emphasized the need for government support focused on strengthening Japan’s global competitiveness and accelerating decarbonization in the mobility industry.
The requests included facilitating public-private partnerships to align on policies and technological developments for decarbonization and advanced mobility solutions. The committee also highlighted the importance of supporting the transition to carbon-neutral production models and enhancing innovation frameworks.
Prime Minister Kishida commented that addressing these issues is of the highest priority for the country. He also expressed his appreciation for the event, stating that it provides a great sense of the mobility sector’s future vision, extending beyond the automotive industry, as well as the vitality and future of startups.
This was the second meeting between the national government and the Committee on Mobility. The previous session focused on the auto industry's contributions to Japan's economy and employment, as well as its vision for the growth of the mobility sector.
Through meetings with the Prime Minister, Keidanren has explored ways for the national government and industry to work collectively to build the future. Discussions between the national government and the Committee on Mobility started last November.
The Tokyo Future Tour, a part of the Japan Mobility Show, demonstrated how mobility solutions can assist people in disaster-prone Japan. The event showcased exhibits by startups working to expand the potential of mobility, providing a glimpse into the innovative ideas shaping the future of the industry.
In conclusion, the Japan Mobility Show has once again proven to be a significant catalyst for discussions on the future of the mobility sector in Japan. The requests made by Keidanren's Committee on Mobility underscore the need for government support to foster close collaboration between public and private sectors, promote innovation in future mobility technologies, and support the transition to carbon-neutral production models.
- The requests made by Keidanren's Committee on Mobility during the Japan Mobility Show included facilitating public-private partnerships to align on policies and technological developments for decarbonization and advanced mobility solutions, thereby emphasizing the importance of technology in shaping the future of the mobility sector.
- In order to accelerate decarbonization in the mobility industry and strengthen Japan’s global competitiveness, Keidanren's Committee on Mobility highlighted the need for government support focused on innovation frameworks and supporting the transition to carbon-neutral production models, further emphasizing the role of technology in achieving these goals.
