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In 2021, Germany and Japan look back on 160 years of friendship. On January 24th in 1861, Japan signed a treaty of friendship, trade and navigation with Prussia, which today is considered the beginning of German-Japanese diplomatic relations. Today, the both countries are close partners committed to a rules-based, multilateral international order. Based on shared interests and values, Germany and Japan are jointly approaching global challenges and trends such as digitalization, climate change, demographic developments – while currently both battling the ongoing pandemic.
Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) has long been engaged in and with Japan. Through our offices in Tokyo, Berlin and Brussels, KAS fosters political dialogue and multifaceted cooperation between Germany, Europe and Japan. On the occasion of the 160th anniversary of bilateral relations, KAS together with the Japanese Embassy will look ahead: How can Germany and Japan move closer to each other in a multilateral context? How does the COVID-19 pandemic affect and accelerate global developments in both countries? What can Japan and Germany learn from and with each other to thrive given the trends of the 21st century? Which formats does that take?
In three panel sessions focusing on an inclusive, digital and green future, renowned experts from Germany and Japan and other countries discuss what it takes to emerge strong, resilient and smart.
