Tokyo: The FII PRIORITY Asia Summit concluded in Tokyo after two days of high-level strategic dialogue, convening over 1,200 global leaders, policymakers, CEOs, investors, and innovators to examine how Japan and the broader Asian region are reshaping global economic, technological, and diplomatic systems. According to Saudi Press Agency, the summit featured more than 40 sessions across plenaries, thematic labs, and closed-door conclaves. Under the banner 'The New Asia,' the 1,200 participants explored the region's growth trajectory, technological frontier, and new investment alliances. Opening the summit, FII Institute Acting CEO and Executive Committee Chairman Richard Attias underscored Japan's pivotal global role, stating that Asia is the center of the global economy, with Japan guiding the region with resilience and wisdom. Governor of Tokyo Yuriko Koike highlighted the city's position as a gateway to global markets, emphasizing Tokyo's leadership in finance, innovation, cultural vitality, and sustaina ble urban systems. Japan's newly formed government outlined a vision for an innovation-powered and investment-driven economy. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, in her first FII address, emphasized Japan's diplomatic and fiscal direction, aiming to position Japanese diplomacy at the center of global dialogue and reinforcing global confidence in its public finances. Minister of Finance Satsuki Katayama discussed Japan's shift toward innovation-led growth, introducing a new investment framework for sectors like quantum technology and space. This was echoed by Japan's leading financial institutions. SMBC Group President and CEO Akihiro Fukutome noted Japan's technological resilience and its position at the frontier of demographic, climate, and digital transformation. MUFG Chairman Kanetsugu Mike emphasized the need for technology that delivers affordable power and financing to meet net-zero ambitions. In a conversation, Public Investment Fund Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan and Mizuho Financial Group CEO Masahiro Kih ara highlighted Saudi-Japan economic ties. Al-Rumayyan assured that Asia represents innovation, seeking better ties and procurement processes. Gaming, a significant Japanese industry, was discussed by Saudi Esports Federation Chairman Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Sultan and SEGA SAMMY Holdings CEO Haruki Satomi, focusing on gaming's cultural impact. Over the two days, labs explored health innovation, asset management, finance, and next-generation technologies. The AI, Deep Tech, and Venture Vanguard Lab assessed Asia's role as a center for breakthrough innovation. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdullah Fahad Bin Zarah, Italian former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, and Richard Attias examined global power dynamics and geopolitical alliances. Bin Zarah noted Saudi Arabia's role in stability and capital. The summit concluded with SoftBank Group Corp. CEO Masayoshi Son and Richard Attias discussing the future of the Asian century, emphasizing AI's positive impact. Son expressed optimism that AI will not be harmful to humans.
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