Peace Symposium in Suita City“1970→2025: What is a Harmonious Society?”
— Hosted by Suita City: Reflecting on the Spirit of Expo ‘70 —
On June 28th, the Peace Symposium “1970→2025: What is a Harmonious Society?” will be held at Suita City Cultural Hall. David Braun, Minister-Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan, will appear as a special guest, sharing insights including examples from Switzerland. This symposium is part of the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo International Exchange Program, inspired by the 1970 Osaka Expo’s theme, “Progress and Harmony for Mankind.” Speakers include Professor Emeritus Akihisa Matsuno of Osaka University, Senior Officer Akiko Horiba of the Nippon Foundation, and Professor Kyoko Okumoto of Osaka Jogakuin University, discussing conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Mayor Keiji Goto of Suita City will serve as the facilitator, providing an opportunity for citizens to reflect together on creating a harmonious society. The event is free and open to all. For more details, please visit the official Suita City website.
On June 28th, the Peace Symposium “1970→2025: What is a Harmonious Society?” will be held at Suita City Cultural Hall. David Braun, Minister-Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan, will appear as a special guest, sharing insights including examples from Switzerland. This symposium is part of the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo International Exchange Program, inspired by the 1970 Osaka Expo’s theme, “Progress and Harmony for Mankind.” Speakers include Professor Emeritus Akihisa Matsuno of Osaka University, Senior Officer Akiko Horiba of the Nippon Foundation, and Professor Kyoko Okumoto of Osaka Jogakuin University, discussing conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Mayor Keiji Goto of Suita City will serve as the facilitator, providing an opportunity for citizens to reflect together on creating a harmonious society. The event is free and open to all. For more details, please visit the official Suita City website.
Date: June 28 (Sat), 2025 10:00 – 12:00
Venue: Suita City Cultural Hall (May Theater), Main Hall
More info and Registration
In conjunction with the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, the City of Suita—host city of the 1970 Osaka Expo—has organized a symposium reflecting on the theme of the 1970 Expo, “Progress and Harmony for Mankind,” while also taking into account today’s global landscape. The symposium will explore the concept of a “harmonious society” in our modern world.
Three internationally active experts will take the stage to discuss the realities and underlying causes of conflict, as well as the perspectives needed to resolve them. The discussion will include case studies from Switzerland, which is Suita’s partner country in the Expo International Exchange Program.
Additionally, David Braun, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan, will join the symposium as a special guest.
Speakers:
- Dr. Akihisa Matsuno (Professor Emeritus, Osaka University / International Politics, Conflict Studies)
- Ms. Akiko Horiba (Senior Officer, International Affairs Division, The Nippon Foundation / Conflict Analysis, Peacebuilding, Southeast Asian Studies)
- Dr. Kyoko Okumoto (Professor, Osaka Jogakuin University / Peace and Conflict Studies, Conflict Transformation, Facilitation Studies)
Special Guest:
- Mr. David Braun (Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Switzerland in Japan)
Facilitator:
- Mr. Keiji Goto (Mayor of Suita City)
