Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster Foundation hosted a productive meeting with esteemed Japanese delegates from the Tottori Prefectural Government and E-Square Inc., Japan, alongside our partners from the Society for Technology & Action for Rural Advancement (TARA), New Delhi, on 30th Aug 2024.
A special thanks to our distinguished guests:
– Mr. Shimizu Akifumi (Director, Trade and Logistics Division, Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Tottori Prefectural Government).
– Mr. Mizouchi Hiroshi (Director, Employment Policy Division, Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Tottori Prefectural Government).
– Mr. Nagata Shinji (Assistant Director, Trade and Logistics Division, Department of Commerce, Industry and Labor, Tottori Prefectural Government).
– Mr. Kenichi Tamura (Director, E-Square Inc.).
– Mr. Stuart Conerly (Manager, E-Square Inc.).
– Mr. Sudhir Sah (Assistant Programme Director, TARA)
The discussion centred around fostering stronger international collaboration through student, faculty, and startup exchange programs . We also explored the potential for a startup matchmaking program and skill development initiatives, particularly in IT and nursing, to benefit students in India and Japan.
We are excited about the opportunities this collaboration will bring and look forward to the impactful outcomes that will benefit both nations.