[Event Report] "The Russia–Ukraine War and the Turbulent World Order: What Can the International Community and Japan Do?"

On February 16, 2024, Keio Center for Strategy (KCS) at the Keio University Global Research Institute (KGRI) hosted a Special Public Symposium titled “The Russia–Ukraine War and the Turbulent World Order: What Can the International Community and Japan Do?"

The symposium opened with a keynote address by Kiyoto Tsuji, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan. He discussed both the growing momentum and the challenges surrounding international support for Ukraine, particularly in Europe, and highlighted the potential for Japan to contribute through collaboration with the private sector.

The keynote address was followed by a panel discussion featuring Yuichi Hosoya (Director, KCS/ Professor, Faculty of Law, Keio University), Satoru Mori (Deputy Director, KCS/ Professor, Faculty of Law, Keio University), and Yoko Hirose (Deputy Director, KGRI/ Professor, Faculty of Policy Management, Keio University). Drawing on their respective areas of expertise, the panelists examined the current state of the war, its future trajectory, and the role Japan can play in supporting Ukraine.

Particular attention was given to Japan's potential contribution to Ukraine's recovery. The discussion highlighted that Ukraine places high expectations on Japan based on two key factors: Japan's extensive experience in post-war and post-disaster reconstruction, and its long-standing engagement with Russia on issues including the territorial dispute. These experiences were identified as areas in which Japan could make a distinctive contribution to Ukraine's long-term recovery and stability.