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Exhibit at Thailand Science and Technology Expo 2024 – JIRCAS Receives Recognition for Its Contributions

The Thailand Science and Technology Expo is the country’s largest annual science and technology exhibition. This year, it was held for ten days from August 16 to 25 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center in Nonthaburi Province. Around 200,000 visitors—mainly local elementary, junior high, and high school students—attended the event.

JIRCAS participated in various events at COP30 (held in Belém, Brazil)

From November 13 to 15, 2025, JIRCAS participated in various events at COP30 (held in Belém, Brazil) and introduced its research and collaborative activities. 

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JIRCAS International Symposium 2025
"Accelerating Application of Agricultural Technologies in the Asia-Monsoon Region: Taking Stock and the Way Forward for Enhancing Production Potentials and Sustainable Food Systems"
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"Hitotsubashi Hall" and On-line
(National Center of Sciences Building 2F, 2-1-2 Hitotsubashi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-8439)
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Special Seminar with Ms Alice Ruhweza, AGRA President: Building Climate Resilient Agrifood Systems in Africa – the Role of Science and Public-Private Partnership
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Hall D. TKP Garden City PREMIUM Minatomirai
(3-6-3 Minatomirai , Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012)
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    1423. The World Enters an "Era of Water Bankruptcy"

    With chronic groundwater depletion, water overallocation, land and soil degradation, deforestation, and pollution exacerbated by global warming, a UN report has declared the dawn of an "Era of Global Water Bankruptcy" and called for a fundamental review of global water resource management plans.
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    1422. Green Innovation Is the Best Policy Option for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions from the Agri-food System

    A Nature Food article, based on an analysis by the IFPRI, considered six potential policy pathways for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, taking into account the unique characteristics of the agri-food sector. It found that green innovation, such as intermittent irrigation for rice and improved livestock feeding techniques, is the most promising and attractive pathway.
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    1421. UN Agreement on Biodiversity in the High Seas and Related Areas Enters into Force

    On January 17, the UN Agreement on Biodiversity in the High Seas and Related Areas entered into force. It is expected to fill a regulatory gap in the high seas, which account for two-thirds of the ocean, complement national efforts, enable coordinated conservation measures in the high seas, and promote efforts to ensure the health of marine ecosystems for decades to come.
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    1420. Economics of a Livable Planet

    A World Bank report titled "Reboot Development: The Economics of a Livable Planet" points out that in humanity's pursuit of progress, industrial expansion, energy consumption, and large-scale agriculture have destabilized the systems that enable people to thrive. It argues that improving the stability, productivity, and resilience of natural resources is essential to maintaining a livable planet.
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    1419. Global Risks 2026

    1419. Global Risks 2026

    The Global Risks Report 2026, published annually by the World Economic Forum (WEF), showed that compared to previous years' reports, environmental risks, such as geopolitical, economic, and geoeconomic risks, have become more highly prioritized in the short term, while environmental risks have receded. However, environmental risks remain the most serious risk in the long-term, 10-year outlook.

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