Japan-Norway Defence Industry Seminar

Held on the occasion of the Visit of H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon of Norway to Japan

The programme is designed to deepen cooperation in areas of shared strategic importance, including defence capabilities, security policy, resilient supply chains and advanced technologies.

In recent years, cooperation between Japan and Norway has deepened, grounded in shared security interests and the need to address complex geopolitical challenges. This dialogue will support this growing partnership by showcasing cutting-edge Norwegian defence technologies and strengthening ties between government, military and industry. The event aims to enhance mutual understanding and promote future industrial collaboration in areas vital to both nations’ security.

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Wednesday, 3 June 2026

10:30–19:30 Japan–Norway Defence Industry Seminar

Location: Meiji Kinenkan, 2-2-23 Moto-Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Organisers: FSi, Norwegian Ministry of Defence, Innovation Norway and the Norwegian Embassy
Programme leads: Hiroko Tominaga (Innovation Norway) and Torbjørn Svensgård (FSi)

Programme (subject to ongoing updates)

10:00–10:30 Registration and networking

10:30–10:35 Opening remarks

10:35–11:15 Medical readiness - a strategic enabler of deterrence. Lærdal Medical, EpiGuard AS, Japan Ministry of Defense

11:15–12:30 Space for Defence - Kongsberg, Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT)

12:30–13:45 Lunch

13:45–15:30 Official Session: Norway–Japan Defence and Security Cooperation

15:30–17:30 Seminar continues

17:30–19:30 Networking reception

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