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A think tank as well as a foundation, SPF believes that both words and actions are key to understanding the challenges of today and forging new paths toward a more harmonious, sustainable, and inclusive future. 
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Event Report: Asia Philanthropy Congress 2024
Events

Event Report: Asia Philanthropy Congress 2024

On November 29, 2024, the Asia Philanthropy Congress 2024 was held at the Tokyo Station Hotel. Organized by The Nippon Foundation, SPF also played an important role in the event as a key partner. The congress, which is the third since 2022, aims to gather foundations and other key stakeholders in Asia and facilitate coordination and cooperation among them. The theme of the third congress was to discuss the path to realizing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) in Asian societies – securing development without leaving anyone behind.

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January 14, 2025

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22Jan2025

Current State and Challenges of Youth Mental Health: A Japan-U.S. Comparison

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03Dec2024

Trends of Global Crisis in 2025 and Beyond: Implications for the "Global South" and the Role of Japan

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08Nov2024

Bringing multicultural coexistence to the agenda nationwide: "Gaikokujin-Shujutoshi-Kaigi" Online Symposium 2024

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03Oct2024

Interview with Ambassador Tariq Karim, leading Bangladeshi intellectual and advocate of regional cooperation: On the growing importance of the Bay of Bengal and the role of Bangladesh and Japan

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30Aug2024

Reflections on Peace from Imphal 80 Years Later

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31Jul2024

De-radicalization and Reintegration of "Terrorists": Practical Insights from Bangladesh

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Reports and Publications

A DECADE OF LEARNINGS ON GENDER-LENS ACCELERATION: Case Studies from Asia

Over the past decade, Asia has seen a rapid expansion in entrepreneurship, but women-led enterprises face unique challenges that often limit their growth and access to funding. This report by the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) and the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) examines the impact of gender-lens acceleration on women entrepreneurs across Asia.

January 14, 2025
Essays and Commentary

IINA: France’s Nuclear Power Industry Makes Its Presence Felt During the Ukraine Crisis ― Energy Cooperation with Europe and the United States and the Future of the Procurement of Uranium from Niger

Due to the development of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry and the expansion of data centers in recent years, a global increase in demand for electricity is forecast, while the countries of the world are being forced to take initiatives for decarbonization for the purpose of reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. In this context, nuclear energy, together with renewable energy, has gained importance as a clean energy without emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), which accounts for the majority of greenhouse gases.

January 10, 2025
Essays and Commentary

IINA: US-ASEAN Relations under Trump 2.0: Concerns Outweigh Expectations

Following Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election of November 5, 2024, attention has focused on who will serve in his second-term cabinet to be launched in January 2025, as well as on the administration's policies, including foreign policy. Member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) recognize they may be greatly affected by Trump's hardline stance toward China, his claims to quickly end the war in Ukraine, his expected emphasis on striking bilateral trade "deals," and his demands that allies share a bigger defense burden.

January 8, 2025
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Japan–U.S. Program

Japan–U.S. Program

Acting as a hub of experts and intellectual information to strengthen the Japan–U.S. relationship and maintain regional peace and stability
Security Studies Program

Security Studies Program

Helping to bring peace and stability to Japan and the greater Indo-Pacific region
Scholarship Program

Scholarship Program

Providing study abroad scholarships for future leaders in Japan
Strategic Dialogue and Exchange Program

Strategic Dialogue and Exchange Program

Building a foundation of trust between Japan, Asia, and the Middle East to fortify solidarity and engender peaceful coexistence
Peacebuilding Program

Peacebuilding Program

Pursuing resolutions to lingering conflicts and the establishment of peace
Social Innovation Program

Social Innovation Program

Envisioning a society where women in Asia can realize their full potential
Sasakawa Japan-China Friendship Program

Sasakawa Japan-China Friendship Program

Working toward a future of lasting peace and mutual understanding
The Ocean Policy Research Institute Division of Ocean Vision and Action

The Ocean Policy Research Institute
Division of Ocean Vision and Action

Pioneers for a sustainable ocean, developing an innovative ocean governance
The Ocean Policy Research Institute Division of Island Nations

The Ocean Policy Research Institute
Division of Island Nations

Building mutual trust between Japan and Pacific island nations and promoting peace and prosperity in the region through targeted research and localized projects

Essays and Commentary

Security Studies Program

IINA: France’s Nuclear Power Industry Makes Its Presence Felt During the Ukraine Crisis ― Energy Cooperation with Europe and the United States and the Future of the Procurement of Uranium from Niger

By Masahide Takahashi, Senior Research Fellow, Middle East Institute of Japan

Due to the development of the artificial intelligence (AI) industry and the expansion of data centers in recent years, a global increase in demand for electricity is forecast, while the countries of the world are being forced to take initiatives for decarbonization for the purpose of reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. In this context, nuclear energy, together with renewable energy, has gained importance as a clean energy without emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), which accounts for the majority of greenhouse gases.

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January 10, 2025

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Security Studies Program

IINA: US-ASEAN Relations under Trump 2.0: Concerns Outweigh Expectations

Following Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election of November 5, 2024, attention has focused on who will serve in his second-term cabinet to be launched in January 2025, as well as on the administration's policies, including foreign policy. Member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) recognize they may be greatly affected by Trump's hardline stance toward China, his claims to quickly end the war in Ukraine, his expected emphasis on striking bilateral trade "deals," and his demands that allies share a bigger defense burden.

By Tomotaka Shoji, Director, Regional Studies Department National Institute for Defense Studies (NIDS)

January 8, 2025
Security Studies Program

IINA: Trump’s Victory and Implications for Australia’s Foreign and Domestic Policy

Republican nominee Donald Trump emerged victorious in the November 5 U.S. presidential election, sweeping all seven battleground states and defeating Democratic contender Kamala Harris. Although the presidential race had been projected to be very close, the Republican Party rode a red wave to achieve a "trifecta," winning majorities in the House and Senate as well.

By Tomohiko Satake, Associate Professor, School of Politics, Economics and Communication (SIPEC), Aoyama Gakuin University

December 16, 2024
Security Studies Program

IINA: Cyber Security through the QUAD

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) is a security partnership between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. Its recent plans on cyber security have gained attention, specifically the development of common software security standards and information sharing among its members. This article delves into these measures and their potential outcomes: in addition, it investigates the merits of using the QUAD to address cyber security in comparison to another major security dialogue in the region, the ASEAN Regional Forum, and briefly discusses the path forward for Japan.

By Diletta Fabiani, Research Fellow, Security Studies Program

December 11, 2024
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Videos

Security Studies Program

Trends of Global Crisis in 2025 and Beyond

Dr. Comfort Ero, President of the International Crisis Group, was the guest speaker for a keynote address on global conflict trends, with a focus on the Crisis Group's relevance to the Global South.

December 25, 2024
Trends of Global Crisis in 2025 and Beyond
Conversation with Ambassador Tariq Karim, "Importance of Bay of Bengal"
Peacebuilding Program

Conversation with Ambassador Tariq Karim, "Importance of Bay of Bengal"

This seminar featured Ambassador Tariq Karim of Bangladesh (Director of the Bay of Bengal Research Center at Bangladesh Independent University and Special Visiting Scholar at the South Asia Institute of the National University of Singapore). He discussed the recent political turmoil in Bangladesh and the international attention it has garnered, focusing particularly on the geopolitical significance of the Bay of Bengal and Bangladesh’s role as a mediator in fostering cooperation between South Asia and Southeast Asia.

December 13, 2024
De-radicalization and Reintegration of "Terrorists": Practical Insights from Bangladesh (2024.07.31)
Peacebuilding Program

De-radicalization and Reintegration of "Terrorists": Practical Insights from Bangladesh (2024.07.31)

This seminar featured expert presentations and discussions by experts on the current state and challenges of de-radicalization programs in Bangladesh.

Professor Imtiaz Ahmad from the Department of International Relations at the University of Dhaka presented on the progress of the country's de-radicalization programs and the importance of cultural counseling. This was followed by a presentation from Afsana Mimi, a prominent Bangladeshi actress and cultural counselor, who shared insights on practical approaches to social reintegration, using the arts as medium to open up their minds. In addition, psychologist Saidul Islam offered his analysis of psychological counseling methods, which support enhancements of former violent extremist offenders’ cognitive and problem solving skills, as well as redefinition of their identities and objectives of their lives.

November 29, 2024
Conversation with Social Entrepreneurs – Philippines
Peacebuilding Program

Conversation with Social Entrepreneurs – Philippines' CARD MRI & WELgee's Initiatives (2024.07.04)

The seminar featured Dr. Jaime Aristotle B. Alip, founder of CARD MRI, who has built a "Mutually Reinforcing Institute" consisting of 26 organizations in the Philippines and operates a microfinance business with 9.37 million members, and Ms. Sayaka Watanabe Kankologo, President of WELgee, who works towards creating "a society where we can build a future together with refugees" in Japan. Tetsuo Kato, author of "Henkyo kara Sekai wo Kaeru" (Changing the World from the Frontier) and president of the REEP Foundation, served as moderator.

November 14, 2024
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Reports and Publications

A DECADE OF LEARNINGS ON GENDER-LENS ACCELERATION: Case Studies from Asia

A DECADE OF LEARNINGS ON GENDER-LENS ACCELERATION: Case Studies from Asia
Mediating Self-Determination Conflicts

Mediating Self-Determination Conflicts
GLI Landscape in Cambodia

GLI Landscape in Cambodia
Triple Ripple: Unlocking the Power of Catalytic Philanthropy in Asia

Triple Ripple: Unlocking the Power of Catalytic Philanthropy in Asia
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