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Gabtech Conference vol.1: Shaping the Future of AI in Governance

On August 19, 2025, GovTech Tokyo is set to host the Gabtech Conference vol.1, a pivotal event dedicated to discussing the intersection of technology and public administration. This marks the second installment of a series aimed at fostering open dialogue about the future use of technology in governance.

The central theme of this year’s conference is the cutting-edge utilization of generative AI in administration. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic agenda featuring talk sessions and presentations designed to engage and inform.

Highlights of the Conference

The talk session will delve into the Tokyo AI Strategy, a comprehensive plan unveiled by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government on July 25, 2025. Masahiro Iihara, CTO and Executive Director of GovTech Tokyo, will lead the discussion alongside esteemed guest speakers. Together, they will engage in an interactive dialogue, addressing questions from the audience and sharing insights on the effective application of technology in public services.

Moreover, there will be a comprehensive overview of the Generative AI Platform offered by GovTech Tokyo for local governments. This will include explanations of its design philosophy and concrete case studies, shedding light on how AI can enhance efficiency in administrative services and improve resident services.

Attendees interested in the advancement of AI across various sectors, as well as those passionate about technological applications in governance, are encouraged to participate. This event presents a unique opportunity to connect with others who share a similar vision of leveraging technology for the public good.

For more information about the Tokyo AI Strategy, interested parties can refer to the official announcement on the Tokyo Digital Service website: Tokyo AI Strategy.

Event Details

• - Title: Gabtech Conference vol.1
• - Date & Time: August 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM (Doors open at 2:30 PM)
• - Format: In-person attendance only (Free). Registration details can be found on Peatix.
• - Venue: Tokyo Innovation Base, 3-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• - Organizer: General Foundation GovTech Tokyo
• - Registration: Register on Peatix

Conference Agenda

• - 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Doors Open
• - 3:00 PM - 3:10 PM: Opening Remarks by Masahiro Iihara
• - 3:10 PM - 4:10 PM: Talk Session on "How to Utilize AI in the Public Sector?"
• - 4:10 PM - 4:30 PM: Presentation on GovTech Tokyo's Initiatives
• - 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: Networking Session

Please note that the agenda is subject to change.

About Gabtech Conference

Established in 2023, GovTech Tokyo was born to effectively promote digital transformation across Tokyo, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and its wards. The Gabtech Conference strives to be a recurring platform for open discussions on the past, present, and future of technological applications in governance. For insights from the first conference held on May 19, 2025, titled "The Real Potential and Development of Digital Services in Government #TokyoApps," further details can be accessed at our website.