On July 2, 2025, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) released the final summary of the “Global × Innovation Human Resource Development Forum.” The report presents specific recommendations for industry, academia, and government from three perspectives: sending Japanese students abroad, accepting outstanding international students, and promoting the internationalization of universities.
Japan’s MEXT Releases Final Report on “Global × Innovation Human Resource Development Forum” (July 2, 2025)
On July 2, 2025, Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) published the final summary of the Global × Innovation Human Resource Development Forum. The report outlines specific recommendations for industry, academia, and government from three key perspectives:
- Sending Japanese students abroad
- Accepting outstanding international students
- Promoting the internationalization of universities
About the Forum
- Launched in July 2024, the forum held seven sessions to discuss strategies for promoting study abroad and global talent development.
- It brought together a wide range of stakeholders from education, government, and industry.
Key Findings & Proposals
1. Sending Japanese Students Abroad
- Emphasizes the need to:
- Expand study abroad opportunities
- Foster a culture that values overseas experience
- Provide financial support
- Calls for greater societal recognition that studying abroad contributes to personal growth and career development.
2. Accepting Outstanding International Students
- Proposes improvements in:
- Admission systems for both higher and primary/secondary education
- Japanese language education and support systems
- Stresses the importance of attracting students from diverse countries and regions.
3. Internationalization of Universities
- Recommends:
- Creating systems that allow students to study abroad without delaying graduation
- Enhancing multicultural learning environments and student life
- Allowing universities to charge appropriate fees for special support services to ensure sustainable internationalization