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Government's AI Strategy in Healthcare

On July 31, 2025, the Japan Planning Institute (JPI) will host a significant seminar featuring Masahiro Hashimoto, an AI Promotion Specialist at the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW). This event will delve into the government's AI strategy and its practical applications within the medical field.

An Overview of AI Advancements

Since the fall of 2022, we have witnessed a remarkable enhancement in the performance of generative AI technologies. These advancements hold the potential to revolutionize various sectors, significantly improving efficiency and convenience in everyday life while driving new scientific discoveries and complementing human creativity.

AI's role in enhancing citizens' lives and promoting national economic development is becoming increasingly pertinent, and this seminar aims to explicate how the Japanese government has been engaging with AI initiatives so far.

Seminar Topics

The seminar will cover several crucial aspects:
1. Governmental Efforts in AI: An outline of the initiatives that the government has undertaken in the realm of artificial intelligence.
2. MHLW's AI Policy in Healthcare: Insight into policies specifically directed towards employing AI in the healthcare sector.
3. MHLW's Projects in Healthcare AI: A detailed discussion on specific projects undertaken by the MHLW focusing on healthcare AI solutions.
4. Q&A Session: Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions related to the seminar topics.
5. Networking Opportunities: There will be a chance for attendees to exchange business cards and network with both the speakers and fellow participants, facilitating personal connections and potential business collaborations.

Participation Options

Participants can choose their preferred mode of attendance:

• - On-site participation
• - Live streaming
• - Access to an archived video (available for two weeks with unlimited access at your convenience)

The standard registration fee is 37,300 yen (tax included) for one participant; however, there is a special offer where one additional person can join for free with prior registration.
Furthermore, for representatives from local public organizations, a discounted rate of 11,000 yen (tax included) is available for up to two participants, provided they choose the same mode of attendance (either on-site or live stream).

Post-Seminar Engagement

After the seminar concludes, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions to the speaker and engage in further discussions. The event also aims to support the creation of professional networks among attendees and foster the development of new business ventures. Additionally, registration for archived streaming will remain open after the seminar.

For more details and to register, visit: JPI Seminar Registration

Contact Information

Japan Planning Institute
Address: 5-2-32 Kowa Hiroo Building, Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047
Phone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: JPI Official Website

About Japan Planning Institute

For half a century, the Japan Planning Institute has been a bridge between government, public sectors, and civilian knowledge, providing exclusive information to support senior executives and high-level management in executing national policies and national projects effectively.