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Creating Markets through International Standards: The BRIDGE Symposium on March 18, 2026

The Cabinet Office of Japan is organizing the "Standard BRIDGE Symposium" which is part of the "BRIDGE" program aimed at connecting research and development to Society 5.0. This event will share insights from the "Standard Utilization Acceleration Support Project" (Standard BRIDGE Project) and is open to both in-person and online participants at no cost.

Background of the Symposium

In recent years, international standards have evolved beyond mere technical specifications to become strategic tools that can influence market formation and industrial competitiveness. The Standard BRIDGE Project aims to connect research outcomes with social implementation, enhance the competitiveness of Japanese firms through international standardization, and facilitate the creation of new markets. After five years of operation, numerous achievements and insights have accumulated from various projects. This symposium will share these findings and foster discussions on:

• - Practical know-how in international standardization activities
• - Public-private collaboration in rule formation
• - Strategies to enhance competitiveness in international markets

Highlights of the Symposium

1. Keynote Address on International Standardization: Experts will explain the significance of international standardization and social implementation from the perspective of the 7th Science and Technology Innovation Basic Plan.

2. Real-World Examples from the BRIDGE Project: Relevant companies and research institutions will share their concrete efforts in international standardization, including:
- Efforts in international standardization for drone take-off and landing sites
- Open and closed strategy concerning foundational common research and development
- Standardization schemes for corporate information disclosure on value chain circularity indicators
- Standardization of technologies for reducing and absorbing GHG emissions in agriculture and food sectors

3. Panel Discussion Involving Industry, Academia, and Government: Discussion focusing on how standardization can strengthen industrial competitiveness and the future strategies for Japan's formation of international rules.

4. Networking Opportunities: After the formal sessions, there will be a chance for participants and speakers to engage in networking and discussions.

Symposium Program (Tentative)

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Standard BRIDGE Symposium
• - Date: March 18, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• - Location: Public-Private Co-Creation HUB Conference Room, 3rd floor, Isomura Building, 1-1-3 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Participation Method: In-person / Online via Zoom
• - Registration URL: Register Here
• - Registration Deadline for In-Person Participation: March 16, 2026, 11:59 PM (first 80 participants)
• - Organizer: Cabinet Office
• - Management: ABELON, Inc.
• - Contact: ABELON, Inc.
• - Email: [email protected]
• - Phone: 080-4461-7297

For further inquiries about this event, please contact ABELON, Inc. via email or phone.