【九州の未来はどこへ？】TSMC誘致の裏側と台湾有事、韓国連携... 知政学・歴史・経済から読み解く「アジアの中心」九州の可能性【池辺和弘×深井龍之介×鈴木一人×髙島宗一郎】

G1 Kyushu 2025 Part 1 Plenary Session "Kyushu in Asia: Regional Potential from Historical, Geopolitical, and Economic Perspectives" Kazuhiro Ikebe, Ryunosuke Fukai, Kazuto Suzuki, and Soichiro Takashima (September 14, 2025 / ANA Crowne Plaza Kumamoto New Sky) As a gateway to the rapidly growing Asia, Kyushu is experiencing great opportunities, including a semiconductor industry cluster and booming inbound tourism. At the same time, it also faces unavoidable risks, such as geopolitical tensions and natural disasters. Amid this complex reality, what is needed for Kyushu to continue to demonstrate its unwavering value within Asia? We will consider a new vision for Kyushu in Asia from the multifaceted perspectives of history, geopolitics, and economics. Speakers: Kazuhiro Ikebe (Chairman and CEO, Kyushu Electric Power Co., Inc. / Chairman, Kyushu Economic Federation) Ryunosuke Fukai (CEO, COTEN Co., Ltd.) Hitoshi Suzuki (Professor, Graduate School of Public Policy, University of Tokyo / Director, Institute of Geo-Economic Studies, International House of Japan) Soichiro Takashima (Mayor of Fukuoka City) *Titles are as of the time of presentation. [Timestamps] *Timestamps are generated using AI and may contain errors. Please understand in advance. 00:28 Kyushu's Strengths: A Historical Perspective Discussing the universal strengths seen in Kyushu's history. 00:52 The Origins of Safety-Net Leadership The boss culture of the coal mining era became a safety net. 05:07 Kyushu as a Fertile Ground for Innovation Old norms and new environments breed innovation. 08:38 Intellectual and Political Strengths and Resilience High resilience due to exposure to external factors. 09:48 Kyushu as a Hub for Japan-Korea Relations Kyushu will serve as a hub for closer Japan-Korea relations. 14:44 Map of Kyushu as the Center of Asia The map above shows the southeast as the center of Asia. 18:04 Situational Situation in a Taiwan Emergency A Taiwan emergency would involve information warfare, economic sanctions, and then military invasion. 23:31 Strengthening Japan-Taiwan Relations Support Taiwan through local government exchanges and other means to maintain the status quo. 27:50 Overcoming Past Risks: Spirituality and Delegation of Authority Kyushu overcame crises through life-risking spirit and delegation of authority. 33:48 The Challenge of Utilizing the Decisiveness of Young People and Women Japan's greatest challenge is to utilize the decisiveness of women and young people. 36:27 Weaknesses of the Kyushu Economy and Overcoming Them: Empowering Women Resolving the labor shortage through the empowerment of women is the key for Kyushu. 43:53 Changing "norms" and the courage to change Norms change with the times, so it takes courage to change old ones. #IntellectualPolitics #Economics #TaiwanEmergency #Japan-KoreaRelations #RegionalRevitalization #G1Kyushu