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Luxembourg made its mark at Expo 2025 Osaka with its two trade missions that welcomed 94 representatives from 53 Luxembourg companies, and 80 B2B meetings. These missions not only deepened ties with Japan but also leveraged the global spotlight of the Expo to showcase Luxembourg’s innovations and know-how on the international stage.
This week, the Chamber of Commerce returned to Japan to progress to the next phase of its economic programme at Expo 2025 Osaka with two trade missions in the domains of Space, Tech and Health, which are key priority sectors where Luxembourg and Japan align. Organised in close collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and the Luxembourg Embassy in Tokyo, the Space Trade Mission and the Tech & Health Trade Mission brought together 94 representatives from 53 companies with the objective to showcase Luxembourg’s cutting-edge innovations and forward-looking ambitions on the international stage. Both missions were honoured by the presence of H.R.H. the Crown Prince of Luxembourg and Stéphanie Obertin, Minister for Digitalisation and Minister for Research and Higher Education, at a common Official Reception, as well as other key moments throughout the week.
Tailored sector-specific programmes offering immersive insights into Japan’s innovation landscape
The Space delegation followed a rich agenda, including visits to pioneering companies such as Carbon Fly and iSpace, offering in-depth insights into Japan’s space ecosystem and technological excellence. In parallel, the Tech & Health delegation visited renowned companies such as JCR Pharmaceuticals, Osaka Heavy Ion Therapy Center as well as the Kyoto Research Park. The week also featured dedicated B2B sessions in Tokyo, during which 80 meetings were held, enabling Luxembourg companies to engage directly with key Japanese stakeholders.
Showcasing Luxembourg’s vibrant presence at Expo 2025 Osaka
Both delegations fully embraced the opportunities offered by the Expo. The programmes included guided tours to selected country, thematic and corporate pavilions which highlighted the latest innovations in the fields of health, mobility, circular economy and technologies of the future. These visits, which were part of the economic programme, provided valuable opportunities for exchange and professional meetings, while strengthening the visibility of the Luxembourg delegation to a qualified international audience.
The Luxembourg Pavilion played a central role, hosting dedicated events for each mission. The Circular Economy Conference organised for the Tech & Health delegation fostered new ideas for sustainable innovation through dynamic presentations and a lively roundtable discussion. The Space Afternoon, organised by the Luxembourg Space Agency, showcased Luxembourg’s space expertise on this global stage.
Strengthening ties and fostering future collaboration
The three Official Trade Missions, including the multisectoral one in May, conclude a successful chapter of the Economic programme to the Expo 2025 Osaka. They have cemented a significant milestone in deepening Luxembourg–Japan economic relations, unlocking new opportunities for collaboration.
Since the very first World Expo in London in 1851, the Chamber of Commerce has been unwavering in its commitment to represent the voice of Luxembourg companies on this global stage. This long-standing tradition continues this year in Osaka, Japan. Looking ahead, the Chamber of Commerce will continue to play an active role in nurturing these ties as Luxembourg and Japan collaborate on innovation and economic growth, fully embracing the spirit of Expo 2025 Osaka.
