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Join the Publink Event for Organizational Reform in the Public Sector

On September 13, 2026, Publink Inc., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is launching the "Publink Event: Cutting-Edge Reforms in the Public Sector" in collaboration with Project K (the Young Officials Forum aiming for a new Kasumigaseki), supported by the Digital Agency. This event will gather key figures working on organizational and operational changes in both the public and private sectors.

This year's event marks a year since the previous gathering, which addressed boosting productivity within government and local administrations, which featured former Digital Minister Hirai Masaaki. Since then, efforts to implement Government AI, known as "Gennai," across various ministries, as well as the expansion of AI utilization in administrative tasks and enhancement of domestically developed AI, have reached a new phase.

Given Japan's ongoing workforce decline, enhancing productivity has become an urgent challenge. The questions posed include: How much can domestic AI transform administrative practices and public services? What is the key to moving organizations that resist change? Amid a worsening labor shortage, how can we transform operations while ensuring service quality?

At this event, notable figures such as Minister of Growth Strategy Shunichi Hoshino and Digital Minister Hisashi Matsumoto will be present alongside other leaders executing reforms in national and local governments, as well as businesses. Experts from AI, organizational development, and operations will discuss the current landscape and future strategies for the public sector.

Physical attendance is limited to national and local government officials and sponsoring companies, while anyone can join online. After the sessions, an exclusive networking event for in-person attendees will take place, fostering discussions and collaborative ideas among participants.

Let’s learn from the insights of those leading transformations at the forefront of national, local, and corporate levels. Through dialogue and co-creation, we can aim to enhance productivity and growth across society.

Event Details

Event Name:

"Publink Event: Cutting-Edge Reforms in the Public Sector"

Date:

September 13, 2026 (Sunday), 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Venue:

Mitamachi Terrace Conference (3rd Floor, 5-34-2 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo)

Format:

Hybrid (In-Person and Online)

Cost:

Free (Pre-registration required)

Co-organizers:

Publink Inc. / Project K

Supported by:

Digital Agency

Participants:

• - Physical Attendance:

- National and local civil servants
- Those involved in operational reforms and administrative DX
- Anyone with interest, regardless of department
- Sponsor companies

• - Online Attendance:

- Open to all

Content Overview

• - Opening and Greetings

Speaker: Minister of Growth Strategy Shunichi Hoshino, Digital Minister Hisashi Matsumoto, and Publink CEO Seichiro Kawai.

• - Discussion on Domestic AI and Public Sector Transformation

What scope of change can be achieved in administrative practices using domestic AI? Join the dialogue to understand the current landscape at the intersection of technology and administrative processes involving both private firms and experts.

• - Changing Stubborn Organizations

What prevents organizations from changing, and how can we initiate transformation? Practitioners from various levels will share their methodologies and insights based on their unique positions and experiences across public sectors.

• - Operational Reforms in Times of Labor Shortage

Explore real case studies of local governments collaborating with private enterprises to address personnel deficiencies. Gain insights into operational reforms that secure quality public services.

Conclusion

This event serves as an essential platform for discussions that could reshape Japan's public sector. We invite you to join and contribute your voice to this vital conversation on enhancing the productivity and efficiency of governmental operations.