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Upcoming Online Seminar on Public-Private Partnerships: Insights and Strategies

The General Incorporated Association for Local Government DX Promotion (GDX), located in Minato, Tokyo, is excited to announce the full schedule for the upcoming online seminar titled "Public-Private Partnership Realities: Survey Report Meeting" to be held on December 24, 2025. This event aims to explore the best practices and challenges encountered in public-private partnerships (PPP) across Japan.

Understanding the Need for Public-Private Partnerships

With ongoing challenges such as declining population and financial difficulties, municipalities are increasingly looking towards PPPs as a viable solution to address their issues. However, many local governments face significant obstacles such as stalled agreements and limitations tied to traditional procurement processes. This seminar will leverage exclusive survey data compiled by GDX to illuminate critical decision-making points necessary for effective municipal management moving forward.

Seminar Schedule

While timings may adjust slightly based on logistics, the following is the confirmed timetable:

• - 10:00 - 10:05: Opening Remarks and Welcome Address
• - 10:05 - 10:35: Survey Report

- Presented by Koichiro Kasamura, GDX Secretariat
- This presentation will cover the transitions required from traditional operational strategies to innovative organizational frameworks, unveiling the "Four Decision Points" that differentiate successful PPP projects from failures.

• - 10:35 - 11:00: Case Study Presentation

- Yuusuke Tanemura from Matchbox Technologies will discuss their model aimed at establishing a sustainable community employment infrastructure that operates with zero fiscal burden within three years of implementation. This segment will highlight their initiative, the Municipal Matching Box, which aims to motivate local workforce participation by connecting residents with regional businesses. Specific success stories from Sado City in Niigata Prefecture will be shared, illustrating how to stimulate local economies while alleviating financial pressures on municipalities.

• - 11:00 - 11:25: Partner Recruitment Discussion

- Ryota Sakuma from JUJI will tackle the pressing issue of youth outmigration due to unclear career options after high school. By utilizing AI to extract insights about students’ strengths and aspirations, he will propose an approach to better align local job opportunities with student career choices. This segment will focus on creating engagement models to encourage youth to remain in their hometowns via informed decision-making processes.

• - 11:25 - 11:30: Closing Remarks and Feedback Request

Event Details

Event Name: How Successful Are Public-Private Partnerships? Uncovering the Four Decision Points Behind Successful Projects
Date: December 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Format: Online livestream (Zoom webinar anticipated)
Participation Fee: Free
Target Audience: Municipal Employees, GDX Members, and General Enterprises
Registration Method: Interested individuals should register via the link provided to receive viewing details.

About GDX

The General Incorporated Association for Local Government DX Promotion (GDX) is committed to promoting digital transformation within local governments, ultimately striving for sustainable regional development. By collaborating with municipal governments, GDX facilitates the utilization of digital technologies to solve local issues and foster innovation. The organization acts as a bridge between local authorities and businesses, aiming to accelerate regional revitalization through effective partnerships. For more information, please reach out to the GDX Secretariat.

Contact Information:
General Incorporated Association for Local Government DX Promotion (GDX)
1-3-1 Kita-Aoyama, A-R Cube Aoyama 3F, Minato, Tokyo
Phone: 03-6683-0106
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.gdx.or.jp