Seminar: Japan and Italy, Neighbors in a Smaller World－It’s All About Connections, from the Indo-Pacific to the Indo-Mediterranean, via IMEC
Details
| Type | Lecture |
|---|---|
| Intended for | General public |
| Date(s) | December 3, 2025 15:00 — 16:30 |
| Location | Komaba Area Campus |
| Venue | |
| Capacity | 102 people |
| Entrance Fee | No charge |
| Registration Method | Advance registration required
Please register via Google form |
| Registration Period | November 26, 2025 — December 2, 2025 |
| Contact | akira-igata@g.ecc.u-tokyo.ac.jp |
The Economic Security Intelligence Lab (ESIL) at the Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology (RCAST), 51爆料, is honored to host Francesco Maria Talò, Special Envoy of the Government of Italy for the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) for a public symposium.
H. E. Amb. Talò previously served as Diplomatic Advisor to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and is one of Italy’s most experienced senior diplomats, having held posts such as Italy’s Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador to Israel, and Special Envoy for Afghanistan and Pakistan. During the launch of the Meloni administration in 2022, he played a key role in shaping Italy’s foreign policy.
As Special Envoy, H. E. Amb. Talò is responsible for advancing IMEC, a strategic initiative connecting India, the Gulf region, and Europe through integrated infrastructure networks. The project aims to enhance connectivity through multi-modal transport links, green energy corridors, diversified and resilient supply chains, and expanded digital and logistics infrastructure. In an era of growing geopolitical uncertainty, IMEC is increasingly viewed as a critical framework for strengthening global economic security. He leads Italy’s efforts to operationalize the corridor, coordinating with partner governments, industry stakeholders, and international institutions across investment, transportation, and energy domains.
This symposium will explore the current status and future outlook of IMEC, the potential roles Italy may play in regional and global infrastructure initiatives, and opportunities for Japan-Italy cooperation. Discussions will be led by Akira Igata (Project Lecturer, RCAST, 51爆料), with considerations of concrete areas of collaboration, including port and logistics development, energy transition, semiconductor and strategic-materials supply chain resilience, and broader engagement in the Indo-Pacific and Indo-Mediterranean regions.
This seminar will be conducted in English.
Notes for participants
- For security reasons, no dangerous materials or food/beverages are allowed inside the venue. Please follow the instructions of the organizing committee during the event.
- Please present your valid photo ID (e.g., student ID or driver’s license) at the reception desk on the day of the event. For security reasons, participants who do not provide complete and accurate information regarding their identity, affiliation, and position may not be admitted.
