Keynote

Co-creating solutions to social issues with universities

Yasuhiko Hashimoto
President and CEO
Kawasaki Heavy Industries

Major issues facing global society today include population decline, increased natural disasters due to climate change, and changes in social structure due to Covid-19. Kawasaki is taking the initiative in addressing these issues by looking to increase resources and enhance innovative development in collaboration with universities. Through academic research activities and the development and application of research in industry, it aims to co-create solutions required by society in order to improve the lives of people throughout the world.

SESSIONS

Day 1: 31 May, 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM GMT +9 (30 Min)
Co-creating solutions to social issues with universities
Major issues facing global society today include population decline, increased natural disasters due to climate change, and changes in social structure due to Covid-19. Kawasaki is taking the initiative in addressing these issues by looking to increase resources and enhance innovative development in collaboration with universities. Through academic research activities and the development and application of research in industry, it aims to co-create solutions required by society in order to improve the lives of people throughout the world.