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Promoting Japan—Brazil Mutual Understanding｜Australia’s Strategic Importance to Japan’s Energy Policy
February 2026 Vol. 2
Promoting Japan—Brazil Mutual Understanding｜Australia’s Strategic Importance to Japan’s Energy Policy
SPF English Newsletter: February 2026 Vol. 2
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Exchange of views with Ambassador Skoog, Deputy Secretary-General of the European External Action Service (EEAS)
On February 18, Dr. Atsushi Sunami, president of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF), held discussions with Ambassador Olof Skoog, Deputy Secretary-General for Political Affairs of the European External Action Service (EEAS).
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Roundtable with the Chief of Staff to the President of Finland
On February 16, we had the honor of hosting Mr. Lauri Tierala, Chief of Staff to the President of the Republic of Finland, for a high-level roundtable discussion. The session addressed key themes including regional security, political developments, and cooperation with the United States.
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SPF Invitation Program for Young Brazilian Nikkei Politicians
Marking the 130th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Brazil, SPF invited five young politicians and opinion leaders from Brazil. Through this program, SPF aimed to build next-generation networks within the Nikkei communities of both Japan and Brazil and to further promote mutual understanding.
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Seminar on Promoting Japan－Brazil Mutual Understanding: Looking Beyond 130 Years of Friendship
The seminar, held during a one-week visit by Nikkei Brazilian politicians, including members of the Federal Chamber of Deputies and the São Paulo City Council, highlighted the significant contributions that Nikkei communities have made to the development of both Brazilian and Japanese societies. It also served as a valuable opportunity to underscore the importance of mutual exchange between Japan and Brazil.
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On February 18, Dr. Atsushi Sunami, president of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF), held discussions with Ambassador Olof Skoog, Deputy Secretary-General for Political Affairs of the European External Action Service (EEAS).
Read Here »
Roundtable with the Chief of Staff to the President of Finland
On February 16, we had the honor of hosting Mr. Lauri Tierala, Chief of Staff to the President of the Republic of Finland, for a high-level roundtable discussion. The session addressed key themes including regional security, political developments, and cooperation with the United States.
Read Here »
SPF Invitation Program for Young Brazilian Nikkei Politicians
Marking the 130th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Brazil, SPF invited five young politicians and opinion leaders from Brazil. Through this program, SPF aimed to build next-generation networks within the Nikkei communities of both Japan and Brazil and to further promote mutual understanding.
Read Here »
Seminar on Promoting Japan－Brazil Mutual Understanding: Looking Beyond 130 Years of Friendship
The seminar, held during a one-week visit by Nikkei Brazilian politicians, including members of the Federal Chamber of Deputies and the São Paulo City Council, highlighted the significant contributions that Nikkei communities have made to the development of both Brazilian and Japanese societies. It also served as a valuable opportunity to underscore the importance of mutual exchange between Japan and Brazil.
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Essays and Commentary
Australia’s Strategic Importance to Japan’s Energy Policy
Masahide Takahashi, Senior Research Fellow, Middle East Institute of Japan
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Masahide Takahashi, Senior Research Fellow, Middle East Institute of Japan
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