Leaders&Readers

We aim to increase the network of Leaders & Readers through interviews with key people at top international companies and with ambassadors to Japan.
We seek to promote mutual understanding, exchanges and commercial connections between Japan and the rest of the world by appreciating the outlooks of people outside such careers.

A diplomat’s ever-evolving role in a technological age

Harold Forsyth

Ambassador Harold Forsyth on Peru-Japan ties, adapting to digital trends

Potential in symbiotic ties, marketing yet to be tapped

Sanjeev Sinha

Sanjeev Sinha expands on complexities that challenge India-Japan relations

Transition to heated tobacco products ongoing

Shea Lih Goh

Philip Morris Japan’s Shea Lih Goh on research, inclusive work settings

Navigating and advancing a unique domestic market

Magnus Hansson

Jaguar Land Rover Japan’s Magnus Hansson on cross-regional challenges

Global ambitions defined by empathy, opportunity

Thorsten Poehl

Boehringer Ingelheim’s Thorsten Poehl on fostering organizational change

Integrated resorts: A game of calculated risk in Japan

Ted Chan

Galaxy Entertainment Group’s Ted Chan on gambling, hospitality in Asia

Diversity amid enhancing innovations in technology

John Harrington

Nokia Japan’s CEO John Harrington on 5G capabilities and digitization

Ardent drive to promote Poland-Japan exchanges

Jacek Izydorczyk

Jacek Izydorczyk shares his areas of interest and objectives as ambassador

Ambition and experience lead to ideal circumstances

Mark Dearlove

Mark Dearlove shares insight on the financial industry and living abroad

Reputation and success developed via resilience

Antony Tran

Antony Tran’s flexible approach to photography extends to work practices

Preserving ancient history while looking to the future

Ayman Aly Kamel

Egyptian Ambassador Ayman Aly Kamel on cross-cultural collaboration

‘Busy and exciting’ times predicted for EU-Japan ties

Patricia Flor

EU Ambassador Patricia Flor reflects on her career and upcoming events

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