Event Report: Working together to address ocean stewardship opportunities – SeaBOS experience
On October 19, 2026, the Ocean Policy Research Institute (OPRI) of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation co-hosted the symposium “Working together to address ocean stewardship opportunities – SeaBOS experience” with the Stockholm Resilience Centre.
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What the Label “Women Refugee Entrepreneurs” Challenges us to Rethink
What image comes to mind when you hear the word "entrepreneur"? You probably picture someone leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovative services to launch their own company with abundant capital. During our field research in Middle Eastern countries—including Türkiye, Jordan, and Egypt—this year, we met several "women entrepreneurs" living as refugees.
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SPF Hosts Tabletop Exercise on Security Challenges in the Taiwan Strait
On October 14, 2026, the U.S.-Japan and Security Studies Unit of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation hosted a tabletop exercise (TTX) featuring Mr. Tristan Tang, a Taiwan-based wargaming researcher.
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Exchange of Views with China Association for International Friendly Contact (CAIFC)
On October 13, 2026, the Japan-U.S. and Security Studies Unit welcomed a delegation from the China Association for International Friendly Contact (CAIFC), headed by Assistant President and Executive Director Sun Yonggang, for a roundtable discussion.
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Addressing the Triple Planetary Crisis through Zero Waste in Big Ocean States
The world is facing a Triple Planetary Crisis of climate change, marine pollution, and biodiversity loss. Big Ocean States such as Pacific island countries are on the front lines of these interconnected challenges, but they also show why resource-circulation systems must be designed around real capabilities.
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Exchange of Views with CSIS Indonesia
On October 6, 2026, the Japan-U.S. and Security Studies Unit of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation hosted experts from the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Indonesia, for an exchange of views.
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Sasakawa Peace Foundation and Palu City Strengthen Partnership for Inclusive Economic Development
On September 27, 2026, SPF signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the City Government of Palu, Indonesia, to advance inclusive economic development and strengthen local resilience. Through this partnership, the two parties will promote greater economic participation among diverse groups, including youth, women, and persons with disabilities, with the aim of building sustainable and inclusive communities.
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Mr. Mori and Mr. Aoki Speak at the First “Central Asia-Japan” Think Tank Forum
On September 23-24, 2026, Mr. Yuji Mori, Senior Advisor, and Mr. Kenta Aoki, Senior Research Fellow, of the Center for Mediation Support (CMS) of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation, participated as speakers in the First “Central Asia-Japan” Think Tank Forum held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
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The Center for Mediation Support held the fourth regular study session on peace mediation support
On September 9, 2026, the Center for Mediation Support of the Sasakawa Peace Foundation held its fourth regular study session consisting of fellows from different regions and fields of expertise.
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Exchange of Views with German Security Experts
On September 29, 2026, the the Sasakawa Peace Foundation's Japan-U.S. and Security Studies Unit hosted an exchange of views with Dr. Alexandra Sakaki, Deputy Head of the Asia Research Division at SWP, and Lieutenant General (Ret.) Erhard Bühler of the German Army.
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Himalaya Ice Rock Avalanche Causes Deadly Damage; Urgent Need of International Early Warning System
Dr. Santosh Kumar Rauniyar, an SPF-OPPRI Senior Research Fellow who specializes in analyzing data on natural disasters related to glaciers and oceans, argues that there is an urgent need to establish a system to monitor and detect dangerous glaciers crossing national borders, thereby enabling early warning.
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Iran and Persian Literature: The Essence of Persian Culture
In the news, Iran is most often spoken of in the context of nuclear issues and military tension. Yet anyone who has encountered the country becomes aware of another stream running beneath its culture: poetry.
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Exchange of Views with Dr. Valentin Weber (DGAP)
On September 8, 2026, the Japan-U.S. and Security Studies Unit hosted Dr. Valentin Weber, senior research fellow at Germany's DGAP, for an exchange of views on China's AI exports.
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Satellite Imagery Analysis: North Korea’s Development of Nuclear-Powered Submarines and Russian Assistance
Yuki Kobayashi, Senior Research Fellow, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
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Satellite Image Analysis: China's Weaponization of Critical Minerals and Its Underlying Drivers
Yuki Kobayashi, Senior Research Fellow, Sasakawa Peace Foundation
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IINA: Why China’s Rare-Earth Leverage Does Not Wear Out
Naoko Munakata, Project Professor, Graduate School of Public Policy, The University of Tokyo
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IINA: The Role of the Next Secretary-General in the Shrinking United Nations
Sumie Nakaya, Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Studies at the Institute of Global Studies, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies
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IINA: Latin America’s Pursuit of Active Non-Alignment in an Era of US-China Rivalry
Suguru Osawa, Associate Professor, Aichi University
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IINA: NATO's Evolving Space Security - Implications for Japan's Space Strategy
Jun Nagashima, Senior Research Advisor, Nakasone Peace Institute, Lt. Gen, JASDF (Ret.)
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IINA: Rebalancing to America? How the Iran War Is Reshaping Asia’s Energy Security
Masahide Takahashi, Guest Research Fellow, Institute of Islamic Area Studies at Sophia University
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The 1st Island Nations GLOBAL SYNERGY
From March 12 to 13 2026, the Sasakawa Peace Foundation hosted The 1st Island Nations Global Synergy Meeting in Tokyo, Japan. Approximately 60 practitioners from island nations across the Caribbean, Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and Pacific islands regions gathered to identify shared challenges and regional differences, while promoting mutual understanding and collaboration.
Mtg 2 - Western Indian Ocean & African Island Nations Report
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Mtg 3 - Caribbean Regional Dialogue Outcome Report
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Mtg 4 - Knowledge Sharing: Breaking Regional Barriers
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Mtg 5 - Charting a Way Forward for SIDS: From Dialogue to Action
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Ocean Impact Navigator for Japan: Blue Impact Finance Momentum to Action
The Ocean Impact Navigator (OIN) provides a framework for systematically assessing ocean impact and enabling investors, financial institutions, companies, startups, support organizations, and researchers to engage and evaluate opportunities from a shared perspective.
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