Tuesday, 2 June 2026
18:00–20:00 (Doors open 17:20)
Japan–Norway Official Reception – Featuring Norwegian Seafood
By invitation only
Wednesday, 3 June 2026
10:30–18:30 Japan–Norway Defence and Security Cooperation Dialogue
- Location: Meiji Kinenkan, 2-2-23 Moto-Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
- Organisers: Norwegian Embassy, Innovation Norway, FSi and the Norwegian Ministry of Defence
- Programme leads: Hiroko Tominaga (Innovation Norway) and Torbjørn Svensgård (FSi)
In recent years, cooperation between Japan and Norway has deepened, grounded in shared security interests and the need to address complex geopolitical challenges.
This session 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.
Programme (subject to ongoing updates)
10:00–10:30 Registration and networking
10:30–12:15 Seminar (panels, keynotes, presentations)
12:15–13:30 Lunch
13:45–15:15 Official Session: Norway–Japan Defence and Security Cooperation
Attended by H.R.H. Crown Prince Haakon
15:15–15:30 Coffee break
15:30–17:00 Seminar continues (panels, keynotes, presentations)
17:00–18:30 Networking reception
