Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week
NATO Day
Nordic Circle
We are delighted to announce NATO Day, a significant event taking place at the Nordic Pavilion as part of Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week.
It will be the first joint conference co-hosted by NATO and the five Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden - since the latter two joined NATO.
The event will bring together representatives from NATO Headquarters, national governments and diplomatic missions to explore pressing global issues, including international cooperation with Japan, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and next-generation peace and security.
Through a series of panel discussions and dialogues, NATO Day will explore how transatlantic partnerships and shared values can contribute to a more secure and peaceful future.
Discussion
- Human rights violations
- Social inequality
- Promotion of women's participation and advancement
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | To be determined |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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Track Programme
- Time and
Date of
the event -
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2025.08.07[Thu]
10:00 ～ 18:30
(Venue Open 09:30)
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2025.08.08[Fri]
10:00 ～ 20:00
(Venue Open 09:30)
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- Venue
- Pavilion
- Nordic Circle
Reports
【Reflection】
Coinciding with the Expo’s Peace and Human Rights Week, the Nordic Pavilion hosted the inaugural joint conference “NATO Day”. The event brought together representatives from the five Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden), NATO Headquarters, Japan, and other international partners to discuss the future of peace and security. It gained particular attention as the first co-hosted conference since Sweden and Finland joined NATO.
The opening day reflected on NATO’s role and history, while also introducing its cooperation with Japan. A session on Women, Peace and Security (WPS) highlighted the importance of gender inclusion in peacebuilding. Discussions on emerging threats such as artificial intelligence and cyberattacks saw exchanges among government officials, business leaders and research institutions, reaffirming the need for international cooperation.
On the second day, dialogues with partners from the Indo-Pacific region and debates on support for Ukraine underlined the significance of solidarity in global security. The inclusion of a youth panel and policy simulation provided young participants with a unique opportunity to engage directly with security challenges. Feedback from attendees noted that the event encouraged them to view security as a personal concern, reinforcing its role as a platform for diverse perspectives.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
NATO Day highlighted the necessity for the international community to work together in addressing the multifaceted challenges of peace and security. It was particularly recognised that gender inclusion, youth participation, and cooperation on new domains such as AI and cyber security will grow ever more vital.
The Nordic Pavilion will build upon the knowledge and discussions generated at this event. Under the theme “Nordic Circle – Towards a Better Tomorrow Together”, it will continue to host events on peace, human rights and sustainability, further deepening these dialogues. Building on this conference, exchanges between NATO, Japan and Indo-Pacific partners will also be strengthened, contributing to the development of a broader global security network.
In addition, drawing on the insights from the youth panel and policy simulation, the Pavilion will actively support the engagement of the next generation. This will help nurture an understanding of security not as a distant issue, but as a matter relevant to everyday life, thereby fostering a collective determination to build a peaceful future.
More Information
Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week
NATO Day
We are delighted to announce NATO Day, a significant event taking place at the Nordic Pavilion as part of Peace, Human Security and Dignity Week.
It will be the first joint conference co-hosted by NATO and the five Nordic countries - Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden - since the latter two joined NATO.
The event will bring together representatives from NATO Headquarters, national governments and diplomatic missions to explore pressing global issues, including international cooperation with Japan, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and next-generation peace and security.
Through a series of panel discussions and dialogues, NATO Day will explore how transatlantic partnerships and shared values can contribute to a more secure and peaceful future.
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2025.08.07[Thu]
10:00～18:30
(Venue Open 09:30)
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2025.08.08[Fri]
10:00～20:00
(Venue Open 09:30)
- Pavilion
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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