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Professor David Weinstein, Director of CJEB, Wrote the Article “Path to Japan’s Economic Revival: Productivity Stagnation, Escape Still Far Away” for Nikkei
Professor David Weinstein, Director of CJEB, the Carl S. Shoup Professor of the Japanese Economy at Columbia University, wrote the article “Path to Japan’s Economic Revival: Productivity Stagnation, Escape Still Far Away” for Nikkei. The article was published in Japanese and discusses the impact of Japan’s declining birth rate on the slowing growth rate, the productivity gap with the U.S. widening, and the delays in utilizing women in the workforce.
Path to Japan’s Economic Revival: Productivity Stagnation, Escape Still Far Away (Nikkei, 4/19/2024)
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Conferment of the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon on Professor David E. Weinstein (2/20/24)
We are proud to share that on February 15, 2024, the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon was conferred on Professor David E. Weinstein, the Carl S. Shoup Professor of the Japanese Economy at Columbia University and Director of the Center on Japanese Economy and Business at Columbia Business School.
The ceremony was led by H.E. Ambassador Mikio Mori, the Consul General of Japan in New York, and the conferment ceremony was held at the Ambassador’s Residence in New York.
The Order of the Rising Sun, established in 1875 by Emperor Meiji, was Japan’s first award. It is conferred on behalf of the Emperor of Japan as one of the highest honors bestowed by the Japanese government on people who have rendered distinguished service to Japan.
The conferral recognizes Professor Weinstein’s significant contributions to promoting academic exchange and mutual understanding between Japan and the United States. Professor Weinstein’s long-standing commitment to studying and understanding the Japanese economy and his dedication to research and cross-cultural exchange embody the spirit of this prestigious award.
“I am profoundly honored to receive the medal tonight from Ambassador Mori in the presence of my family, colleagues, and friends. It is a deeply moving recognition of my research and efforts to expand the world’s understanding of Japan’s economy and business system,” Professor Weinstein said upon receiving the medal.
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On registering for courses at Columbia University taught by the Former Governor of the Bank of Japan, Haruhiko Kuroda (12/19/23)
We are pleased to share information about two incredible courses that will be taught by the Former Governor of the Bank of Japan, Haruhiko Kuroda, at Columbia University. Please see the course descriptions for instructions to register for the courses.
The Future of Monetary Policy: Lessons from the New Millennium (INAFU6852_001)
- Innovations in the International Monetary System: Lessons from the Past (INAFU6854_001)
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Professor Masazumi Wakatabe, CJEB 2023 Visiting Scholar, Wrote the Article "Lessons for China from Japan’s lost decade" for Financial Times
Professor Masazumi Wakatabe, CJEB 2023 visiting scholar, former deputy governor of the Bank of Japan, and professor of economics at Waseda University, wrote the Financial Times article "Lessons for China from Japan’s lost decade" Professor Wakatabe states in the article, “China’s recent economic slowdown has elicited comparison with Japan in the 1990s and its subsequent long stagnation with deflation. But are there real parallels to be drawn between the two countries?”
Lessons for China from Japan’s lost decade (Financial Times, 10/6/23)
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2024 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference
Navigating Global Challenges: AI, Innovation, Monetary Policy, and Trade
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 1:15 p.m. – 6:25 p.m.
Co-sponsored by: Development Bank of Japan Inc.
Fee: 15,000 JPY | Simultaneous interpretation will be provided
Agenda
Keynote: AI, Growth, and Productivity
Costis Maglaras
Dean; David and Lyn Silfen Professor of Business
Columbia Business School
Other Sessions:
● How Japanese Business Leaders Can “Think Bigger” by Professor Sheena S. Iyengar
● Fireside Chat on AI and Innovation
● Evolving Monetary Policy in Japan and the United States
● The Future of the Global Trading System
Confirmed Participants (As of 3/20/24):
Laura Alfaro, Warren Alpert Professor of Business Administration, Harvard Business School; Ryozo Himino, Deputy Governor, Bank of Japan; Bernard Hoekman, Professor, European University Institute; Takatoshi Ito, Professor, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University; Sheena S. Iyengar, S.T. Lee Professor of Business, Columbia Business School; Fukunari Kimura, Senior Professor, Keio University; Patricia C. Mosser, Senior Research Scholar, School of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University; Tsutomu Watanabe, Professor of Economics, Graduate School of Economics, The University of Tokyo; David E. Weinstein, Director, CJEB; Carl S. Shoup Professor of the Japanese Economy, Columbia University; Alan Wm. Wolff, Distinguished Visiting Fellow, Peterson Institute for International Economics (PIIE); Former Deputy Director-General, World Trade Organization (WTO)
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A Special Lunchtime Seminar with Mr. Uotani ’83, Chairman and CEO of Shiseido Company
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | 12:45 – 1:45 PM (Lunch will be provided)
TBC, Columbia Business School
Featuring: Masahiko Uotani ’83, Chairman and CEO, Shiseido Company, Limited
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2023 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference
"The Need for Innovation: Digitalization, Sustainable Cities, and Reforming Higher Education"
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Keynote: "Digital Transformation in Japan: Navigating Key Challenges"
Panel 1: Higher Education for Innovation
Panel 2: Smart and Sustainable Cities
Panel 3 with H.E. KONO Taro, Professors Gerald Curtis and Merit Janow
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The Japanese Economy: Strategies to Cope with a Shrinking and Aging Population
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2022 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference Day 1 - "Japan in the Uncertain World: Security, Economic Security, Diversity, and Governance"
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2022 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference Day 2 - "Japan in the Uncertain World: Security, Economic Security, Diversity, and Governance"
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Speakers |Tokyo Conference 2022 Day 2
2022 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference Day 3 - "Japan in the Uncertain World: Security, Economic Security, Diversity, and Governance"
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Speakers |Tokyo Conference 2022 Day 3
2022 CJEB Annual Tokyo Conference Day 4 - "Japan in the Uncertain World: Security, Economic Security, Diversity, and Governance
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