Exploring the Future of Employment Infrastructure with AI: Webinar Recap

On March 4, 2026, a highly anticipated online seminar will present key insights on public-private partnerships that are driving local employment sustainability in Japan. Organized by the General Incorporated Association GDX, which focuses on promoting digital transformation in local governments, this seminar revisits findings from their impactful seminar held on December 24, 2025. The previous session recorded a remarkable 95% satisfaction rate among attendees, indicating the significance of the discussion.

Background Context

As Japan faces challenges related to population decline and escalating social issues, traditional relationships between the government and private sector—where governments define specifications and contracts are awarded to businesses—are proving insufficient. Many local governments are now seeking innovative solutions to build sustainable frameworks within their regions. They are eager to engage local businesses in addressing challenges that require complex collaboration.

Seminar Highlights

The upcoming seminar will reveal four pivotal points of success drawn from an extensive survey on the state of public-private partnerships (PPP) in local governments. It aims to provide actionable insights on establishing effective regional employment infrastructures that are financially viable. The highlights will include:

- Research Reports: A shift from a “site-driven” approach to an “organizational strategy” to elevate PPPs to the next level. This segment will be led by Koichiro Kasakamon, a member of the GDX secretariat.
- Case Studies: Insights on how to develop a “self-sustaining” local employment infrastructure that aims for zero financial burden within three years, featuring Yusuke Tanemura, the head of the local government collaboration group at Matchbox Technologies.
- Partnership Opportunities: Analysis of how to prevent youth outflow due to the “casual progression to higher education” trend, with solutions offered through AI to unveil genuine intentions and promote local job opportunities, presented by Ryota Sakuma, the CEO of JUJI.

Event Details

- Title: Practical Insights into Public-Private Partnerships in Local Government
- Date and Time: March 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM (Recap of the seminar held on December 24, 2025)
- Target Audience: Local governments, businesses, GDX members
- Cost: Free of charge
- Capacity: 100 participants
- Delivery Method: Zoom Webinar (Online)

How to Register

Interested individuals can register for free in advance. For more details and to access the registration link, please visit the GDX website.

GDX's Mission

The General Incorporated Association GDX is dedicated to advancing digital transformation among local governments in Japan, seeking sustainable development for communities. By collaborating with municipalities and leveraging digital technologies, GDX supports solutions to regional challenges and fosters innovation. Through creating partnerships between local governments and businesses, it accelerates regional revitalization driven by digital transformation.

For any inquiries, please contact the GDX Public-Private Partnership Division at:

- Phone: 03-6683-0106
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: GDX