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Celebrating Diplomatic Ties

As part of commemorating the 70th anniversary of Japan-Laos diplomatic relations, an exciting invitation program will be executed under the JENESYS initiative, focusing on the field of information technology (IT). This program aims to foster cultural exchange and deepen mutual understanding between Japan and Laos through various educational activities and interactions.

Program Overview

From September 30 to October 7, 2025, a cohort of ten students from Laos—comprising graduate students, undergraduates, and vocational school attendees specializing in IT—will visit Japan. The journey includes themed lectures, site visits, and homestays, providing the Laotian participants with a unique opportunity to learn about Japan's advanced IT landscape while building friendships and trust.

This initiative looks forward to enhancing the participants’ understanding of advanced IT and discussing solutions to social issues relevant to both nations through technology. The hope is that these exchanges will contribute to human resource development in the IT field back in Laos and promote better relations with Japan.

Detailed Schedule

The itinerary for this enlightening journey is as follows:

• - September 30 (Tue): Arrival in Japan, orientation, and lectures on the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism’s "PLATEAU" Project on urban digital twins.
• - October 1 (Wed): School exchange with Aoyama Gakuin University, followed by a visit to the GROOVE X’s LOVOT Museum for hands-on experiences.
• - October 2 (Thu): Travel from Tokyo to Osaka and visit the Osaka-Kansai Expo, learning about innovative projects.
• - October 3 (Fri): Visits to MP-Strategy LLC and a homestay introduction in Ayabe City, Kyoto Prefecture.
• - October 4 (Sat): Continued homestay experiences.
• - October 5 (Sun): Host family farewell, site visit to Toji Temple, and a workshop to prepare for the final report.
• - October 6 (Mon): Return to Tokyo and a reporting session to present insights gained during the visit.
• - October 7 (Tue): Departure back to Laos.

Throughout this exchange, the participants will converse in both Lao and Japanese, ensuring effective communication and interaction. The executing body of this program is the Japan International Cooperation Center (JICE), which operates under the auspices of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. JENESYS, the driving force behind this initiative, aims to promote interest, understanding, and support for Japan among youth from various countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Conclusion

The Japan-Laos IT exchange program is a significant step towards strengthening bilateral understanding and fostering future collaborations in technology and beyond. As the students embark on this journey, they carry with them the hopes of building lasting friendships and transforming their insights into tangible benefits for their home country.

For more information about the program and inquiries, please reach out to the JICE International Exchange Division via their contact form at JICE Contact.