IPC Hosts 2025 Q2 Executive Policy Roundtable in Tokyo

by Yusaku Kono, IPC Japan Representative

Key Summary

• IPC hosted its 2025 Q2 Executive Policy Roundtable in Tokyo with senior officials, executives, and industry leaders.
• The event centered on geopolitical risk, trade policy, and strategies to strengthen supply chain resilience.
• Discussions emphasized deepening U.S.–Japan cooperation in advanced technology and semiconductor ecosystems.
• Advanced Electronics Packaging was highlighted as a driver of competitiveness and supply chain stability.
• Speakers noted Japan’s strengths in materials, manufacturing equipment, and production expertise.
• Participants agreed on the need for stronger global value chains and cross-border collaboration.

IPC successfully convened its 2025 Q2 Executive Policy Roundtable on May 21 at Tokyo Kaikan. The event brought together senior government officials, corporate executives, and industry experts to explore strategies for building resilient and future-proof supply chains in an increasingly complex geopolitical and economic landscape.

With a focus on “Geopolitical Risk and Trade Policy: Supply Chain Disruptions and Countermeasures,” the roundtable facilitated open dialogue around international collaboration, strategic manufacturing capabilities, and innovation leadership.

Key highlights:

• Strengthening U.S.–Japan cooperation in advanced technology and semiconductor ecosystems
• Leveraging Advanced Electronics Packaging (AEP) to promote competitiveness and supply chain resilience
• Enhancing international collaboration beyond traditional industrial boundaries
• Recognizing Japan’s strategic strengths in materials, manufacturing equipment, and production expertise

Speakers included Mr. Akira Amari, former Secretary General of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party, and IPC President and CEO John W. Mitchell. Additional insights were provided by Chris Mitchell (VP, Global Government Relations, IPC) and Matt Kelly (CTO & VP, Standards & Technology, IPC), who addressed trade developments, industrial policy, and technological priorities.

Participants agreed on the urgency of reinforcing global value chains, promoting cross-border cooperation, and supporting efforts to advance the electronics industry through shared knowledge and partnerships.