JPI Seminar: 'Energy Security in the Age of Geopolitical Risks and Business Strategies for Japanese Enterprises' – September 16 (Wed) Event

JPI (Japan Planning Institute) is hosting a seminar featuring Mr. Noriaki Ozawa, Executive Officer and Head of the Resources, Energy, and Environment Business Division at IHI Corporation, who will provide an in-depth explanation on energy security and the business strategies Japanese enterprises should adopt in an era of geopolitical risks.

[Details and Registration Here] https://www.jpi.co.jp/seminar/17851

[Title]

Policy and Industrial Directions Based on the Situation in the Middle East

Energy Security in the Age of Geopolitical Risks and Business Strategies for Japanese Enterprises

[Event Date and Time]

September 16, 2026 (Wednesday) 09:30 - 11:30

※ Registration for archived video distribution remains open even after the seminar concludes.

[Speaker]

IHI Corporation

Executive Officer, Head of Resources, Energy, and Environment Business Division

Former Deputy Director, Agency for Natural Resources and Energy

Mr. Noriaki Ozawa

▶ A practitioner with decision-making experience in both policy and business: formerly led national energy policy as Deputy Director of the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy, and now directs strategy for resources, energy, and environmental businesses at IHI.

[Practical Insights Gained from the Seminar]

・ Perspectives on redesigning energy procurement and supply strategies under the risk of Hormuz Strait disruptions

・ Investment decision-making and business portfolio construction based on the 7th Strategic Energy Plan

・ Practical scenarios for international cooperation and corporate collaboration in an age of geopolitical risks

[Target Industries and Departments]

・ Corporate planning and business strategy divisions in energy, electricity, and gas companies

・ Energy procurement and decarbonization promotion departments in manufacturing industries

・ Energy investment and infrastructure investment officers at trading companies and financial institutions

・ Energy policy and industrial policy officers at government agencies and local municipalities

[Lecture Overview]

The intensifying situation in the Middle East—including the U.S. attack on Iran in February this year and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz—has significantly impacted the global energy environment.

Ongoing geopolitical risks, such as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which remain unresolved, further emphasize the critical importance of energy security. The environment surrounding energy is changing rapidly and continuously.

Under these circumstances, governments and stakeholders must make every effort to ensure stable energy supply. Drawing on experience in energy policy and current frontline engagement in the energy business, the speaker will share personal insights on energy security and the strategies and paths forward for Japan and its enterprises.

[Lecture Topics]

1. Global Energy Environment

2. Importance of Energy Security

3. Japan’s Energy Policy

4. International Cooperation

5. Energy Business Environment and Corporate Strategy

6. The Path Forward

7. Q&A Session

8. Business Card Exchange and Networking (In-Person Attendees Only)

Opportunities for direct dialogue with the speaker and information exchange among participants will be provided.

[Attendance Formats]

● In-Person Attendance (archived video not included)

● Live Streaming Attendance (archived video not included)

● Archived Video Attendance

※ In-person and live streaming attendees can add archived video access for a special price of 18,500 JPY (tax included).

[Participation Fee]

1 person: 37,340 JPY (tax included)

2 or more persons: 32,340 JPY (tax included / same organization, simultaneous registration)

※ For employees of local public entities: up to 2 persons at 11,000 JPY (tax included / in-person or live streaming only, same attendance format)

[Details and Registration Here] https://www.jpi.co.jp/seminar/17851

◆ After the seminar, we can facilitate questions to the speaker or introductions upon request.

◆ This event is highly effective for building professional networks among speakers and participants, and for creating new business opportunities.

◆ Registration for archived video distribution remains open after the event.

[Inquiries]

Japan Planning Institute Co., Ltd.

Kowa Hiroo Building, 5-2-32 Minami-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047

TEL. 03-5793-9761　FAX. 03-5793-9767

URL: https://www.jpi.co.jp

[About JPI (Japan Planning Institute)]

For half a century, JPI has served as a “bridge of knowledge” among “politics,” “government,” and “private sector,” supporting the dissemination of national policies and national projects. We continuously provide valuable, real-world seminar content exclusively to participants—senior executives and high-level managers—aiming to create national knowledge.