Celebrating 50 Years of Partnership Between Japan and the IDB Group
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group), in collaboration with Japan’s Ministry of Finance, is pleased to announce the Japan LAC Business Forum 2026 “50 Years of Japan–IDB Group Partnership,” marking the 50th anniversary of Japan’s membership in the IDB Group.
This high-level forum will be held on August 24-25, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan, aiming to foster concrete business opportunities between Japan and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) through high-level seminars and business matching sessions.
The event seeks to further strengthen economic cooperation in key sectors such as energy security and critical minerals, disaster risk management, venture capital and innovation ecosystems, agribusiness and food systems, and the silver economy, among others.
Event Overview
- August 24 (Mon): High-Level Seminar
(Speeches and panel discussions by government and business leaders)
- August 25 (Tue): Business Matchmaking and Practical Seminars
(One-on-one meetings and introduction of investment and procurement projects)
- Venue: Akasaka Intercity, Tokyo
- Participation: Free of charge
- Registration: japan-lac.org
Related Events
■ Pre-Seminars (Hybrid)
- For Exporters: June 5 (Fri) 16:00–17:30, Registration: Click here for more details
- For Importers: June 8 (Mon) 16:00–17:00, Registration: Click here for more details
■ IDB Procurement Seminar (Online)
- Dates: June 23–25 (Procurement Training Sessions / B2G Networking / B2B Matchmaking)
- Language: English, Time: U.S. Eastern Time, Registration: Click here for more details
About the IDB Group
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) is the leading source of financing and knowledge for improving lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. It comprises the IDB, which works with the region’s public sector and enables the private sector; IDB Invest, which directly supports private companies and projects; and IDB Lab, which spurs entrepreneurial innovation.
The IDB and Japan
Japan became the first non-regional member in 1976. Since then, Japan has continued to contribute both financial and human resources.
About the IDB
With over 60 years of experience, we have been partnering with governments to drive progress and development.
About IDB Invest
Focused on the private sector, we provide investment solutions that foster business growth.
About IDB Lab
We explore and implement innovative strategies to promote inclusive growth and address developmental challenges.