The global environment crisis, coupled with pressing social and economic challenges, are increasingly putting pressure on Japan to make the transition to more sustainable socio-economic systems to build a more prosperous and inclusive future. In its 2020-2021 term, the Global Future Council on Japan will bring together a multi-stakeholder expert group to formulate a new vision and path for Japan’s sustainable transition, focusing primarily on the food system and the circular economy, two of the most critical areas for a country that relies heavily on global food and natural resources.

Co-chairs

Shinjiro Koizumi, Minister of the Environment of Japan

Naoko Ishii, Professor, Institute for Future Initiative, University of Tokyo, Japan

Council Managers

Mariko Mori, Government Engagement Lead, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum

Saya Nagasawa, Coordinator, Tokyo Office, World Economic Forum