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Special Event: Next-Gen Security Alliances: Unlocking the German Defense Market - Cyber, Drones, and Practical Business Expansion

The German defense market currently offers significant new business opportunities for Japanese companies, whose quality and trustworthiness are highly valued by German partners.

Germany is currently at a turning point in its security policy ("Zeitenwende"), leading to a rapid expansion of investment and international cooperation in the defense sector.

We are honored to host Prof. Dr. Uwe Hohage from PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), and his team, experts in the German defense and security industry, who will provide deep insights into current market trends. This event will specifically focus on cutting-edge fields such as Cyber Security and Drone Technology. Furthermore, we will discuss the legal framework and practical insights based on real-world success stories of companies that have established their presence in Germany.

This is a unique opportunity to explore business prospects in Germany, particularly in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), one of Europe’s premier hubs for IT and security. We look forward to your participation.

Date: May 14th, 2026 (Thu.)
Time: 17:00 - 19:00, Reception Desk will be open at 16:45
Venue: Conference Room 401, Akasaka InterCity Air (In-person only)
Language:  Japanese / English

Please register latest by 8th May (Fri.) 24:00 (JST)

Program

Opening Greeting:
Dr. Carolina Kawakubo, NRW.Global Business Japan, Representative Director and President, NRW Japan K.K.

Keynote: Current Trends in  the German Defence Market
Prof. Dr. Uwe Hohage, PricewaterhouseCoopers(PwC)

• Opportunities in the Cyber, UAV/Drone and MedTec sectors
• Insights into the legal environment and practical experiences from Start-ups in Germany

Q&A

Networking:
No media coverage or social media posting is permitted to ensure a secure and confidential environment for exchange.

Notes: This Event is designed for participants affiliated with organizations, such as corporations. We kindly ask for your understanding that we may have to limit participation if we are unable to verify your organizational affiliation.

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