Japan Sea Market Forum 2024

AGENDA (Tentative)

Part 1: Unlocking ETF Potential in Japan and Asia

12:00 - 13:00

Registration

13:00 - 13:05

Opening Remarks

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Masanori Yoshida

Executive Officer, Global Chief
Japan Exchange Group

13:05 - 13:20

Global Market Access – Harnessing the Potential of Indices

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Sean Freer

Director, Global Equity Indices
S&P Dow Jones Indices

13:20-13:50

Panel Discussion: The Evolution of Japan-listed ETFs and Institutional Investor Appetite

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Hiroyuki Chida

Overseas Marketing Executive
Daiwa Asset Management

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Junichi Kamitsubo

General Manager, Corporate Planning Department
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Asset Management

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Sho Shibamoto

Senior Vice President of ETF Business Development Dept
Nikko Asset Management

(Moderator)

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Hiroki Sato

Vice President, ETF Market Development
Tokyo Stock Exchange

13:50 - 14:05

Presentation: Latest Updates on Japan’s ETF Market and TSE Initiatives

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Takahiro Miura

Director, ETF Market Development
Tokyo Stock Exchange

14:05 - 14:10

Presentation: Bloomberg-TSE Collaboration Demo of RFQ Transmission from Bloomberg EMSX to TSE CONNEQTOR

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Kei Okazaki

Head of ETF Secondary Trading
Tokyo Stock Exchange

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Jennifer Lu

Sales and Account Manager, Electronic Trading Solutions
Bloomberg L.P.

14:10 - 14:25

Presentation: The Evolving Ecosystem around ETF Liquidity

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Keri Neo

Head of Equities, APAC
Tradeweb

14:25 - 14:55

Panel Discussion: Global Perspectives and Innovations in Japan’s ETF Market

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Kazuhisa Mikami

Head of Sales, Japan
Jane Street

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Yushun Mizusaki

Senior Manager, ETF Business Department
Nomura Asset Management

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Ivan Wong

Head of iShares Institutional Distribution, Southeast Asia
BlackRock

(Moderator)

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Kei Okazaki

Head of ETF Secondary Trading
Tokyo Stock Exchange

14:55 - 15:00

Closing Remarks for Part 1

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Fumika Sato

Singapore Bureau Chief
Nikkei

15:00 - 16:00

Networking/Registration for Part 2

Part 2: Catalyzing Joint Success

16:00 - 16:05

Opening Remarks by Guest of Honor

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Hiroshi Ishikawa

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Singapore

16:05 - 16:25

Keynote Speech

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Mark Ong

Chief Investment Officer, Public Equities
GIC

16:25 - 16:40

Presentation: Updates in the Japanese Market: Growth of Companies’ supporting the Market

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Hiromi Yamaji

Group CEO
Japan Exchange Group

16:40 - 16:50

Presentation: Japan's New Financial Landscape and Its Role in Asia

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Jutaro Kaneko

Deputy Commissioner for International Affairs
Financial Services Agency, Japan

16:50 - 17:10

Fireside Chat: Asia's Economic Dynamics and Japan's Changing Landscape

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Kenji Teshima

Senior Managing Director of Nomura Holdings,
Representative Director and CEO of Nomura Asia Pacific Holdings

(Moderator)

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Jacqueline Yeh

Head of Institutional and International Business,
Lion Global Investors

17:10 - 17:40

Panel Discussion: Shifting Investor Strategies and Key Asset Classes in Japan

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Michael Buchanan

Chief Macro Strategist; Head, Australia & New Zealand
Temasek

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Yasuhiko Kawakita

Head of Pan Asian Equities and Head of Research & Consulting Unit
Mizuho Securities

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Isaac Lim

Chief Market Strategist
Moomoo Singapore

(Moderator)

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Dylan Loh

Singapore Correspondent, Nikkei Asia
Nikkei

17:40 - 17:50

Break

Break

17:50 - 18:00

Presentation: Explore New Seeds of Business with Japan for Asia's Next Chapter

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Kazuya Nakajo

Executive Vice President
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)

18:00 - 18:35

Panel Discussion: Emerging Business Climate and Opportunities in Japan and Asia

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Fujiko Amano

Director for Investment Collaboration, Investment Facilitation Division
Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan

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Davy Lassagne

Group CFO
UnaBiz

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Esther Nguyen

CEO
POPS Worldwide

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Kazuhiko Yoshimatsu

General Manager & Chief Representative
Tokyo Stock Exchange, Singapore Branch

(Moderator)

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Matt Takeshi Komatsu

Co-Managing Partner
Mori Hamada & Matsumoto, Singapore

18:35 - 18:50

Presentation: Transition of a Global Financial Group's Role in Driving Innovation and Social, Industrial Development – MUFG’s Strategic Initiatives

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Mamoru Kamemoto

Managing Director, Head of Business Co-creation Division
MUFG Bank

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Tomoharu Hayashi

Managing Director, Strategic Planning Department, Global Commercial Banking Planning Division
MUFG Bank

18:50 - 19:20

Fireside Chat: The Evolving Startup Ecosystem in Asia and Japan’s Engagement

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Nobu Okada

Founder & CEO
Astroscale

(Moderator)

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Masanori Yoshida

Executive Officer, Global Chief
Japan Exchange Group

19:20 - 19:25

Closing Remarks

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Masanori Yoshida

Executive Officer, Global Chief
Japan Exchange Group

19:25 - 21:00

Networking Cocktail

OVERVIEW

Transformation from Partners
to Cornerstones

In the face of ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and concerns over economic fluctuations in China, investors are increasingly turning their attention to Japan. This focus seeks to evaluate Japan's evolving role and contributions within Asia, particularly through business dynamics and capital investments. For both Japanese businesses and investors, integrating with the vibrant economies of Southeast Asia is not merely an option but a critical component of their strategic operations and future planning. They aim to transition from being business partners to becoming cornerstones of the region.

The stability of the Japanese stock markets in 2024, bolstered by a positive transition toward a more inflationary economy and enhanced corporate governance, highlights the changing landscape. The third edition of the Japan-Southeast Asia Market Forum in Singapore will convene a stellar lineup of industry luminaries to explore the sustainability and prospects of these developments.

Organized by the Japan Exchange Group (JPX) and the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) in association with Nikkei Group Asia, premier event promises insightful discussions and invaluable networking opportunities. Join us to pave the way for strengthened collaborative ties and mutual growth.

OUTLINE

Date & Time

Tuesday, 19 November 2024

12:00PM - 9:00PM (SGT)

Onsite registration starts from 12pm

Venue

Hibiscus Junior Ballroom, Level 3

Sands Expo & Convention Centre

10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956

Format

In-Person

Fee

Free of charge (Registration required)

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Attendance Information

Registration Deadline: Nov 11, 2024 Wednesday (SGT)
Due to venue capacity, registration is based on first come, first served basis.

REGISTRATION

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