Delighted to welcome @ecb.europa.eu Chief Economist Dr Philip R. Lane to Tokyo as he joins the Bank of Japan IMES conference on “Monetary Policy from New Perspectives”. Important discussions with Japanese and international partners on monetary and economic challenges. #ECB #BOJ

Delighted to participate in a panel on Albania’s Membership Path to the EU with 🇦🇱 @ediramaal.bsky.social and UN University Rector Marwala at @ununiversity.bsky.social on 22 May. I could not miss the opportunity to discuss the transformative power of #EU enlargement policy.

【🇪🇺EU QUIZ】 上野の国立西洋美術館で開催されている「チュルリョーニス展　内なる星図」のチュルリョーニスはどこの国出身の芸術家でしょうか？ 回答は4月2日に投稿します。お楽しみに！ #TeamEuropeJPQuiz

A huge honour to address the Asiatic Society of Japan on 🇪🇺🇯🇵relations in the presence of HIH Princess Takamado. The EU and Japan are not merely good friends but essential partners as we navigate the choppy waters of our time. My lecture👉 asjapan.org/lecture/2026...

Japan's association to #HorizonEurope is a tailwind for forming new research consortia. During a full-house seminar at the EU Delegation on 26 March, key stakeholders in 🇪🇺🇯🇵 research collaboration strongly encouraged entities on both sides to take action!

The perfect moment to upgrade 🇪🇺🇯🇵 collaboration in #advancedmaterials. Huge thanks to the Cabinet Office for hosting the 3rd Senior Officials’ Meeting under our Enhanced Dialogue on Advanced Materials, where we exchange views & explore opportunities for collaborative research and mobility.

A good discussion with #Kumamoto Mayor Onishi on how we can take 🇪🇺 links with Japan's prefectures and designated cities forward. From industrial and economic cooperation to collaboration in the green and digital transitions, we are partners that share values and interests.

ロシアによる #ウクライナ侵攻 から４年となる24日、#EU 代表部はアンソロジー映画「Animals in War」の上映会とウクライナ写真家ヴェラ・ブランシュ氏の写真展を開催し、ルトヴィノフ・ウクライナ大使と堀井外務副大臣も出席した。 EU加盟国の代表ら出席者は、#ウクライナ との連帯を改めて示した euin.jp/20260225

Great discussions today among the ambassadors of the #EU + 🇪🇺 Member States and JOGMEC Chairman & CEO Takahara on securing resilient #CriticalRawMaterials supply chains that power tomorrow’s clean economy

Very excited to witness Wednesday's signing of a key agreement between @cen-cenelec.bsky.social & the Japanese Industrial Standards Committee (JISC). We'll now see further alignment on key standardisation topics between two like-minded partners 🇪🇺🤝🇯🇵

A great way to toast the agreement on Japan's association with #HorizonEurope!🇪🇺🇯🇵🔬 Thanks to the science & technology community, including senior representatives from Japan's ministries, industry, research labs and universities - as well as the EU Member States - who attended our reception yesterday

Productive meeting with the EBC Board and Committee Chairs, where we reviewed developments in 🇪🇺🇯🇵 relations and discussed priority issues for this year. Many thanks to Laurent Depus for his dedication throughout 2025 and warm welcome to new EBC President Nikolaus Boltze!

An intriguing discussion on the changing European #security environment & its implications for the international order at last week's JFIR event titled ‘The War in Ukraine and European Security’, w/ambassadors of #Ukraine and 🇪🇺 Member States. #EU support for Ukraine remains unwavering

Thank you, Minister Kiuchi, for a productive meeting during which we discussed how to further strengthen 🇪🇺🇯🇵 cooperation on economic growth, innovation, economic security and strategic sectors including AI, semiconductors and green tech. A great start to 2026!

A constructive discussion with Minister Onoda, during which we confirmed further 🇪🇺🇯🇵cooperation in the areas of economic security and research

Honoured to speak at the International Criminal Court’s inaugural seminar for the Asia-Pacific Academic Forum and host the #EU and #ICC communities at our Delegation. 🇪🇺 remains a staunch supporter of the ICC - the cornerstone of international justice & the fight against impunity⚖️

Great vibes at Tokyo Metropolitan Toyama High School last Friday!🏫 The enthusiasm during 'EU Comes to Your School' talks is always a joy to see. Was also a pleasure to chat with a group studying energy in Europe -- our future is in good hands! #euschooljp #EU出張授業 #TeamEuropeJapan

Pleased to be able to share how I and my fellow #EU Member State ambassadors do their small -- but not insignificant part -- for a sustainable future. 🇪🇺🌍🍃 Every action counts! #GreenDiplomacyWeek #ForOurPlanet #GreenTransition #TeamEuropeJapan

🇪🇺Our Delegation is committed to actions toward a green, sustainable future for all.🌱 Everyone can play their part, and have fun while doing so, as you can see from my colleagues below 😎 #GreenDiplomacyWeek #ForOurPlanet #GreenTransition

We all need to do our part for a green, sustainable future.🌱🌍 Watch my video with the EU's message as #COP30 opens in Brazil 📹👀 #ForOurPlanet #GreenTransition #GreenDiplomacyWeek

Engaging discussions on leadership in Society 5.0 with youth representatives from Asia and Europe at the #EU Pavilion at the #OsakaExpo. Thanks to #ASEF for organising such an inspiring initiative, which the 🇪🇺 was honoured to host!

📢 As 🇪🇺&🇯🇵 seek to boost opportunities for joint #research, we've created just the thing: 📖A single document outlining all research funding options in both Europe and Japan🔬🧪 Take a look, and let us know if it's useful!👀✨ 🔍👉 euin.jp/20250918b

Europe is only safe if its Eastern border is safe. Over the past days, President von der Leyen visited frontline states to reaffirm Europe’s unity and solidarity. Together, we are strengthening border protection, our defence industry, NATO cooperation and support for Ukraine.

8月29日からロシアとベラルーシと国境を接する7EU加盟国を歴訪中のフォン・デア・ライエン欧州委員会委員長は31日、ポーランドとベラルーシの国境地帯を訪問。🇪🇺欧州委員会は、ハイブリッド攻撃を受けているポーランドなどを念頭に、次期 #EU 予算で #国境管理 予算を3倍にすることを提案している

At the Bled Strategic Forum I addressed the European and broader geopolitical context and underlined Europe’s priorities: - defending our interests, standing with Ukraine, - ⁠addressing Gaza’s crisis, and - ⁠investing in defence and enlargement. #BSF2025

I’m pleased to share that I will be a speaker at the #NewEuropeanBauhaus event "NEB goes to Osaka: Kick-off & Connect!" Join me on: 🗓️ Monday, 14 April ⌚️ 10:00-12:00 (CEST) / 17:00-19:00 (JST) ‍💻 Online More info: europa.eu/!NtQhg6

With the opening of Expo 2025 Osaka around the corner, good touching base with Japan Innovation Party co-leader Seiji Maehara MP, and Kaoru Nishida MP. A chance to reconfirm our mutual commitment to a successful, exciting, and memorable 6 months in Osaka for all!