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?? Registrations are now open for the EU-Japan Digital Week 2025! The EU-Japan Digital Week is organised as part of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership. Mark your calendars! From 31 March to 7 April 2025, Tokyo will host the EU-Japan Digital Week, a key event bringing together academia, research, industry, business, and policymakers from Japan, the European Union, and other Indo-Pacific countries. This event will explore the future of digital collaboration through engaging workshops and discussions, contributing to a more connected, innovative, and sustainable future for both regions. EU-Japan Digital Week Highlights: ?? “Smart Connectivity and Computing” Workshop (31 March) ?? “6G Horizons: Synergies for a Connected Future” Workshop (1 April) ?? Closed-Door Policy Workshop: “The EU – Japan Digital Partnership: Going Forward” (2 April) ?? “Trusted Data Exchanges: From Standards to Pilots in a Changing World” Workshop (2 April) ?? “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” Workshop (3-4 April) ?? “Critical Applications of AI in Industry, Healthcare and Other Sectors” Workshop (7 April) ?? This event is free to attend but advance registration is required. Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex

?? Session spotlight: Transportation Systems?and Health Care ?? Part of the “Critical Applications of AI in Industry, Healthcare and Other Sectors” Workshop at EU-Japan Digital Week 2025 ?? Monday, 7 April 2025 ?? Tokyo, Japan ?? Organiser: Prof. Sebastian Engell (TU Dortmund University, ENRICH GLOBAL) ?? Co-organisers: - Prof. Iiro Harjunkoski (Aalto University, Hitachi Energy) - Nobuo Nukaga (Hitachi R&D) ?? Speakers: - Dr. André Stollenwerk (RWTH Aachen University) - Fuyuki Ishikawa (National Institute of Informatics, Sokendai University) - Nobuo Nukaga (Hitachi R&D) - Dr. Marc Zeller (Siemens) This session will highlight how Hitachi is leveraging AI in its Social Innovation Business. It will explore the safety assurance of a driverless regional train and examine search-based approaches to enhancing the safety of autonomous driving systems. The session will conclude by addressing key challenges for AI applications in intensive care medicine. Mark your calendars! From 31 March to 7 April 2025, Tokyo will host the EU-Japan Digital Week, a key event bringing together academia, research, industry, business, and policymakers from Japan, the European Union, and other Indo-Pacific countries.? ? The EU-Japan Digital Week is organised as part of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership.? ? ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS? ? #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech?? ? 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan? #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL?? EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex?BDVA - Big Data Value Association Data Spaces Support Centre Japan Business Council in Europe

Brussels, 03 March - At a time of global turbulence, Maike Asmussen from Merck Group and Mitsuhiro Murooka from NEC Corporation presented the #EUJapanBRT’s 2025 recommendations entitled “Japan & the EU – Global Partnership in a Changing World” to Stéphane Séjourné who received them on behalf of the European Commission. Ambassador Aikawa from the Mission of Japan to the EU witnessed the handover. During the meeting, Ms Asmussen and Mr Murooka outlined the main points from the BRT’s 26th annual meeting (https://lnkd.in/gEiA97ge). Together with EVP Séjourné and Ambassador Aikawa, they discussed the importance of economic security, industrial competitiveness, #EUJapan cooperation in scientific research via #HorizonEurope and how this will help strengthen the global economy. The BRT’s recommendations will be submitted in due course to Japan - The Government of Japan. ブリュッセル、3月3日 – 世界的な激動の中、メルクグループのマイケ アスムッセン氏と日本電気株式会社の室岡光浩氏は、#EUJapanBRTの2025年提言書「日本とEU – 変化する世界におけるグローバル?パートナーシップ」をステファン?セジュルネ欧州委員会副委員長に手交しました。日本政府代表部の相川大使もご臨席されました。 会談では、アスムッセン氏と室岡氏からBRT第26回年次総会 （https://lnkd.in/ec3bXidy の主な内容に関する説明がありました。 また、セジュルネ副委員長、相川大使とともに、経済安全保障、産業競争力、#HorizonEurope を通じた科学研究における日?EU協力の重要性、そしてこれがどのように世界経済の強化に寄与するかについての意見交換が行われました。BRTの提言書は、今後日本政府へ提出される予定です。 Jean-Paul El Ahl, Manuel Hubert, Fabrice Terrac, 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan

日本?EUデジタル?パートナーシップの一環として開催される「日本?EUデジタルウィーク2025」の登録受付が開始されました。 ?? 今すぐ参加申し込みしましょう！2025年3月31日から4月7日まで、東京で「日本?EUデジタルウィーク」が開催されます。このイベントは、日本?欧州連合（EU）?インド太平洋諸国の大学、研究機関、企業及び政策立案の関係者が一堂に会する重要なイベントです。 ? 本イベントでは魅力的なワークショップやディスカッションの場が設けられ、デジタル?コラボレーションの未来を探求するとともに、日本と欧州のより緊密で革新的、かつ持続可能な未来の実現に貢献します。 日本?EUデジタルウィークの見どころ ?? “Smart Connectivity and Computing” ワークショップ（3月31日） ?? “6G Horizons: Synergies for a Connected Future” ワークショップ（4月1日） ?? “The EU – Japan Digital Partnership: Going Forward” 非公開ワークショップ（4月2日） ?? “Trusted Data Exchanges: From Standards to Pilots in a Changing World” ワークショップ（4月2日） ?? “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” ワークショップ（4月3日～4日） ?? “Critical Applications of AI in Industry, Healthcare and Other Sectors” ワークショップ（4月7日） ?? このイベントは参加無料ですが、事前登録が必要です。今すぐご登録ください：https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech ? 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex BDVA - Big Data Value Association Data Spaces Support Centre Japan Business Council in Europe

?? Session spotlight: Moving to Action ?? Part of the “Trusted Data Exchanges: From Standards to Pilots in a Changing World” Workshop at EU-Japan Digital Week 2025 ?? Wednesday, 2 April 2025 ?? Tokyo, Japan ?? Organiser: Dr. Franck Le Gall, EGM ?? Speakers: - Chandrashekar Challagonda, Chief Executive Officer, FIWARE?? - Yasunori Mochizuki, NEC Fellow, iHub Base This session will share insights into FIWARE’s role in promoting open standards for trusted data exchange platforms, including a presentation of the reference implementation initiative. Participants will also be introduced to the role of iHub Base in supporting training and workshops designed for entrepreneurs and engineers developing connected services. The session will conclude with a brainstorming session focused on identifying actual cooperation directions in establishing cross-border trusted data exchange pilots. Mark your calendars! From 31 March to 7 April 2025, Tokyo will host the EU-Japan Digital Week, a key event bringing together academia, research, industry, business, and policymakers from Japan, the European Union, and other Indo-Pacific countries.? ? The EU-Japan Digital Week is organised as part of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership.? ? ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS? ? #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech?? ? 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan? #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL?? EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex?

?? Towards Interoperable Data Spaces - Practical Considerations ? ?? Part of the “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” Workshop at EU-Japan Digital Week 2025? ? ?? Friday, 4 April 2025? ?? 09:00-17:00 JST ?? Tokyo, Japan? ?? Organiser: Dr. Antonis Ramfos, Athens Technology Center ?? Speakers:? - Alessandro Canepa (Fratelli Piacenza) - Dónal O'Regan (Fujitsu) - Kentaro Christian Blumenstengel (DMG MORI) - Koki Mitani (NTT) - Martin Bauer (NEC Laboratories Europe) - Prof. Noboru Koshizuka (The University of Tokyo) - Satoshi Tsuchiya (Fujitsu) - Dr. Sachiko Muto (OpenForum Europe) - Ulrich Ahle (Gaia-X Association for Data and Cloud (AISBL) - Wolfgang Klasen (Siemens) - Tuomo Tuikka (Data Spaces Support Centre, BDVA - Big Data Value Association) The second day of the “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” Workshop will focus on getting started with data spaces and ensuring their success. The day will feature a session on challenges and experiences of interoperable data spaces, followed by a panel discussion on the opportunities for joint data spaces. An interactive workshop will actively engage participants in discussions towards designing joint EU-Japan data space pilot projects in distinct domains, including manufacturing. The day will conclude with a session on future trends and innovations in data spaces.? ? Mark your calendars! From 31 March to 7 April 2025, Tokyo will host the EU-Japan Digital Week, a key event bringing together academia, research, industry, business, and policymakers from Japan, the European Union, and other Indo-Pacific countries.? ? The EU-Japan Digital Week is organised as part of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership.? ? ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS? ? #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech?? ? 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan? #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL?? EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex?

?? Data Spaces: Implementation, Business, and Regulatory Considerations? ? ?? Part of the “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” Workshop at EU-Japan Digital Week 2025? ? ?? Thursday, 3 April 2025? ?? 09:30-19:00 JST ?? Tokyo, Japan? ?? Host: 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan ?? Organiser: Dr. Antonis Ramfos, Athens Technology Center Peter Fatelnig, Minister Counsellor for Digital Economy Policy, 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan, will deliver the Opening Remarks and Workshop Overview. ?? Speakers:? - Chandrashekar Challagonda (FIWARE) - 佐川千世己 (IPA: Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan) - Didier Navez (Dawex - Data Exchange Technology) - Diego R. Lopez (Telefonica) - Dónal O'Regan (Fujitsu) - Kentaro Christian Blumenstengel (DMG MORI) - Koki Mitani (NTT) - Prof. Noboru Koshizuka (The University of Tokyo) - Nuria De Lama (IDC) - Fujiwara Teruyoshi (Automotive and Battery Traceability Center Association) - Tuomo Tuikka (Data Spaces Support Centre; BDVA - Big Data Value Association) - Yuki Sakamoto (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry - METI) The first day of the “Data Spaces – or the Story How to Make Business from Data in a Legal Fashion” Workshop will feature a keynote speech on the role of data spaces in the digital and circular economy. The day will also include sessions on the implementation of data spaces, the value creation, and the regulatory landscape for data free flow with trust.? ? Mark your calendars! From 31 March to 7 April 2025, Tokyo will host the EU-Japan Digital Week, a key event bringing together academia, research, industry, business, and policymakers from Japan, the European Union, and other Indo-Pacific countries.? ? The EU-Japan Digital Week is organised as part of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership.? ? ??Register now: https://lnkd.in/dyVsMFbS? ? #EUJapanDigitalWeek #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechAdvancement #Networking #Research #FutureTech #GlobalCollaboration #DigitalInnovation #EUTech?? ? 駐日欧州連合代表部 ? Delegation of the European Union to Japan? #ASPIRE INPACE Institute of Geoeconomics (IOG) #InternationalHouseofJapan Meiji University NexusForum.EU The University of Tokyo ENRICH GLOBAL?? EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation Swissnex?

? I’m proud to share that we’ve just wrapped up the first NGSI-LD plugtest this week! This milestone event, professionally organized by @ETSI, was geared towards enhancing the conformity and interoperability of NGSI-LD implementations. ? The plugtest successfully gathered NGSI-LD brokers and implementers from Europe, including EGM, NEC Laboratories Europe, and FIWARE, but also with participants from India (India Urban Data Exchange (IUDX)) and South Korea (KETI(Korea Electronics Technology Institute)), thanks to the active support of INPACE project. ?? ? We focused on an innovative interoperability scenario centred around a smart parking use case, which brought together different distributed brokers to demonstrate and test the capabilities of the NGSI-LD distributed architecture. Now we confirm that broker speak to each other ! The results from this plugtest will be invaluable in refining specifications and implementations moving forward. ? Being interoperable isn't just about claiming it—it's about proving it through real-world collaboration and testing. This past week was a testament to that commitment, and I’m thrilled to see how these outcomes will propel us towards a more connected future. #Interoperability #NGSILD #Innovation #SmartCities #Plugtest #Networking #Standards

It has been a great honour for #DPA to organise last week the ???????? Digital Partnership Stakeholders Consultation Roubdtable at DG Connect in Brussels, moderated by Peter Fatelnig and Gianluca Misuraca, discussing with about 150 participants onsite and from remote about Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Connectivity, with a specific focus on the presentation of the report prepared by our Juha Saunavaara on Arctic Connectivity. And after a successful ICT Dialogue the day after it has been a pleasure to host the High-Level Reception to celebrate the 30th formal Anniversary of EU-Japan Digital Cooperation with introductory speeches by Thomas Skordas Thibaut Kleiner the Ambassado of Japan to the EU and the Japanese ICT Vice Minister EU Digital & Tech European External Action Service European Commission Japan Business Council in Europe EU-Japan Centre for Industrial Cooperation DIGITALEUROPE European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) Adra - AI-Data-Robotics-Association European DIGITAL SME Alliance NORDUnet AI4Gov_EU InTouchAI.eu - International outreach for a human-centric approach to artificial intelligence CEPS (Centre for European Policy Studies) FARI AI for the Common Good Institute EPRD Ltd. Inspiring Futures OECD.AI European Parliament Franco Accordino Jana Vinkel Olivier Bringer Gabriele Bertolli Jeanne Christiansen Gozzer Lucilla Sioli Claudio Feijoo Angel Gomez de Agreda José Javier Fernández, PhD 郝邵文 European Parliamentary Research Service Roberto Cascella Emanuela Girardi Philip Piatkiewicz Marco Canton INPACE INSTAR Standards Indico Global

This week, at MWC25 in Barcelona, I was happy to present the opportunities for RIAs and IAs to collaborate with the INPACE project, along with presentation of 13 other projects at the EU-projects session. We are looking to connect with RIA and IA projects that develop technologies and solutions of potential interest for the Indo-Pacific region. MWC this year came with the banner Converge.Connect.Create. Plenty of sessions and stands related to connectivity, generative AI, connected technologies for enterprises, public authorities and many many more. An amazing event which captivates with its scale, coverage of various topics, and fantastic organisation.