Nikkei Asia Forum Sydney 2026
SYDNEY 2026 | JAPAN–AUSTRALIA PARTNERSHIP FOR SHARED PROSPERITY: POWERING THE NEXT GROWTH CYCLE

Nikkei Asia Forum Sydney 2026

Japan–Australia Partnership for Shared Prosperity: Powering the Next Growth Cycle

KEY THEME & DISCUSSIONS

ENERGY TRANSITION
& STABLE SUPPLY

Build a resilient and
sustainable energy supply system

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES
& DEFENCE

Enabling next generation industries through strategic investment in advanced manufacturing and defence technologies.

ENERGY, CRITICAL MINERALS
& SUPPLY CHAINS

Advancing sustainable growth with resilient energy, critical minerals, and supply chains.

BUILDING RESILIENT
CITIES & COMMUNITIES

Creating livable cities through resilient housing, smart infrastructure, and energy transition.

WEALTH
CREATION

Driving sustainable wealth through long term capital collaboration and investment flows.

CREATIVE
ECONOMIES

Building global influence through culture, sport, gaming, and the arts.

A high‑level platform where economic security, innovation, and capital converge
— shaping the future of Japan–Australia collaboration and Indo‑Pacific growth

Nikkei Asia Forum Sydney 2026 brings Japan and Australia together at a defining moment for the Indo‑Pacific—when economic security and innovation are shaping the future of growth.

The forum positions Japan and Australia as trusted partners driving the next growth cycle—one built on resilience, long‑term value creation, and innovation‑led competitiveness. Business leaders and investors gain clear insight into how policy, industrial strategy, and capital are converging to unlock new opportunities across the region.

By aligning advanced technologies, industrial capabilities, and long‑term capital, the two countries are enabling new industries to scale, established sectors to transform, and cross‑border investment to deliver sustainable returns.

More than a thought‑leadership platform, the forum is designed to foster practical collaboration—connecting leaders, shaping investment‑relevant discussions, and strengthening networks critical to the Indo‑Pacific’s future growth and stability.

Marking the 50th anniversary of the Japan–Australia Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation, the forum also serves as a strategic lead‑in to the Japan–Australia Business Co‑operation Committee (JABCC)–Australia–Japan Business Co‑operation Committee (AJBCC) Joint Business Conference in Chiba this October—setting the agenda for the next 50 years of partnership, innovation, and shared prosperity.

OUTLINE

Date & Time (AEST)
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

• In-person:9:00AM to 6:00PM

Doors Open at 8:30 AM

• Online:9:00AM to 6:00PM / 8:00AM to 5:00PM JST (UTC+9)

*Please note that the schedule is subject to change.

Event Format
In-Person & Online
Venue
Sydney CBD
Fee

Complimentary

  • • In-person:Invite-only
  • • Online:Pre-registration required
Organizer
Nikkei Inc.

SPEAKERS

The agenda and speakers will be announced shortly.

ONLINE PASS REGISTRATION

Registration will open shortly.

— Lead Sponsor —
— Sponsors —
Ashurst
NTT DATA
— Official Media —
— Organizer —

PREVIOUS EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

1,690+
Attendees
86%
Satisfied
93%
In Senior role
(in-person)
75
Countries
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PAST AND UPCOMING FORUMS

Starting with this event, “NIKKEI FORUM AUSTRALIA” will be known as “Nikkei Asia Forum Australia,” reflecting an expanded regional focus.

CONTACT

SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES

Kaori Takahashi
kaori.takahashi@nex.nikkei.com

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Mayumi Kurebayashi
mayumi.kurebayashi@nex.nikkei.com

OTHER INQUIRIES

Nikkei Asia Forum Sydney Secretariat
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