METI to Host GGX Finance Summit to Advance Global Dialogue on Transition Finance and Decarbonization
Tokyo, Japan — November 5, 2025:
The Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) will host the GGX Finance Summit on November 5, 2025 (Wednesday) at The Capitol Hotel Tokyu in Tokyo, with a hybrid format that allows both in-person and online participation. The event aims to deepen discussions on transition finance, industrial decarbonization, and the broader role of business and finance in achieving net-zero goals while fostering economic growth.
Bringing together global leaders from government, business, and the financial sector, the summit will serve as a platform for collaboration and international dialogue on building a sustainable economic model that balances emission reductions and industrial competitiveness.
Summit Overview
- Date: November 5, 2025 (Wednesday), 10:00–16:45 (JST, GMT+9:00)
- Venue: The Capitol Hotel Tokyu (2-10-3, Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0014, Japan)
- Organizer: Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), GX Acceleration Agency
- Co-organizers: World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), TCFD Consortium
- Format: Hybrid (On-site and online)
- Languages: Japanese and English (with simultaneous interpretation)
The GGX Finance Summit—part of Japan’s broader “Green Transformation (GX)” initiative—seeks to accelerate global cooperation in sustainable finance and promote rule-making that supports the transition to a decarbonized economy.
Registration Details
Members of the press are invited to attend by completing registration through the official website:
👉 https://ggxf-summit.go.jp/indexEn.html
Registration Deadlines:
- Writers / Still Camera / Video Camera (On-site): October 29, 2025 (Wednesday), 17:00 JST
- Writers (Online): November 3, 2025 (Monday) JST
Participants will receive an attendance certificate for on-site participation or a viewing link for online attendance by email prior to the event.
Program Highlights
The one-day program features a combination of keynote speeches, expert panel discussions, and guest remarks addressing global trends, transition finance, disclosure, and market mechanisms essential to achieving carbon neutrality.
Opening Remarks (10:00–10:10)
- TSUTSUI Yoshinobu, Chairperson, GX Acceleration Agency
- ITO Sadanori, Director-General, GX Policy Group, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
Keynote Speech 1: “How Do We Accelerate Japan’s GX?” (10:10–10:20)
- SHIGETAKE Naoki, COO, GX Acceleration Agency
Mr. Shigetake will discuss Japan’s current progress, challenges, and future roadmap for its Green Transformation efforts.
Panel Discussions
Panel 1 (10:20–11:20): “Global Trends Toward Carbon Neutrality and Expectations for Japan’s GX”
This panel will explore international perspectives on decarbonization, as experts share insights on balancing economic growth with emission reduction and Japan’s role in leading the transition.
Moderator:
- TAKADA Hideki, Director (Finance and Sustainability), GX Acceleration Agency
Panelists:
- Nicholas Pfaff, Deputy CEO, International Capital Market Association (ICMA)
- Robert Youngman, Team Leader, Green Finance and Investment, OECD
- Sherry Madera, CEO, CDP
- Amit Bouri, CEO and Co-Founder, Global Impact Investing Network
- Sean Kidney, CEO and Co-Founder, Climate Bonds Initiative
- Mary L. Schapiro, Vice Chair for Global Public Policy, Bloomberg L.P.; Vice Chair, GFANZ
Panel 2 (11:30–12:15): “Expanding the Base of Financiers in Japan’s Transition Finance”
This session will examine strategies to expand financing options for Japan’s decarbonization journey toward 2050, including institutional investor engagement and ESG integration.
Moderator:
- YOSHITAKA Mari, Representative Director, Virtue Design / Steering Committee Member, GX Acceleration Agency
Panelists:
- TANAKA Junichi, Sumitomo Life Insurance Company
- II Sachie, Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
- SHIOMURA Kenji, Daiwa Institute of Research Ltd.
Guest Remarks (13:30–14:00)
- HANZAWA Junichi, Chairperson, Japanese Bankers Association
- UCHIDA Kazuto, President, Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF)
Panel 3 (14:00–15:00): “How to Promote Transition Finance in Asia”
With Asia as a key driver of global economic growth, this panel will explore opportunities and challenges in financing decarbonization in emerging economies.
Moderator:
- HAYASHI Reiko, Deputy President, BofA Securities Japan Co., Ltd.
Panelists:
- Pradeep Tharakan, Director for Energy Transition, Asian Development Bank (ADB)
- YAMASAKI Ryo, International Energy Agency (IEA)
- ISHIKAWA Tomohiro, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc.
- MIURA Tai, Marubeni Corporation
Keynote Speech 2 (15:15–15:30): “Toward the Future of Climate Disclosure”
- ITO Kunio, Director, Hitotsubashi CFO Education and Research Center / Chair, TCFD Consortium
Professor Ito will highlight how climate-related disclosures can move beyond compliance to actively inform investment decisions.
Panel 4 (15:30–16:30): “How to Build the GX Market Through Enhanced Disclosure”
This discussion will focus on how improved climate disclosure and data transparency can unlock new investment opportunities in Japan’s GX market and ensure fair evaluation of decarbonization efforts.
Moderator:
- KAJIWARA Atsuko, Managing Director, Financial Services Unit, Deloitte Tohmatsu Risk Advisory LLC
Closing Remarks (16:30–16:45)
- Nicholas Pfaff, Deputy CEO, International Capital Market Association (ICMA)
Advancing the Global GX Dialogue
The GGX Finance Summit 2025 represents a critical step in Japan’s leadership in green transformation and sustainable finance. By connecting international experts, policymakers, and investors, METI aims to shape global standards, accelerate transition finance, and create pathways for achieving both economic growth and carbon neutrality.
Through collaboration across sectors, the summit underscores Japan’s commitment to leading by example—driving innovation, investment, and inclusive dialogue toward a decarbonized, resilient global economy.