The EU-Japan Centre in Tokyo is regularly publishing "Industry and Policy News" from various Japanese language sources of potential interest, including newly released policy documents, surveys, and official statements, in the context of EU-Japan industrial cooperation and is pleased to announce the February 2018 issue.

Topics covered in the February issue:

LEGISLATION AND POLICY NEWS
・JPO to Expand Cooperation with WIPO
・METI to Establish the Consortium for Supporting Young Designers

SURVEY AND BUSINESS DATA
・Report of 2017 Basic Survey of Japanese Business Structure and Activities Compiled
・A total of 7.5 Million People are Engaging in the Manufacturing Activities
・Report on the Influence of Climate Change in Japan Compiled
・Prospect Remains Favorable in Environment-related Business
・Summary Report of Comprehensive Survey of Living Conditions 2013 Published in English

ADDITIONAL TOPICS
・Cap & Trade in Tokyo Contributes to the Reduction of GHG in the Region
・New International Standards Pictograms Set for Warm Water Bidet
・NEDO Uploaded Moving Images of the SIP Automated Driving Systems Initiatives
・Small Rocket "SS-520 No.5" Successfully Launched