Policy overview demonstrates a national framework to reverse declining research capabilities in Japan, highlighting strategic revitalization of science and innovation.
Key Points
Detail Japan's Seventh Science, Technology, and Innovation Basic Plan for fiscal years 2026 to 2030, established to halt national declines in research capacity and foster environment-wide scientific renewal.
Formulated by the Council for Science, Technology, and Innovation (CSTI) following a formal inquiry from the Prime Minister.
Established strategic national policy milestones covering research environments and funding structures from fiscal years 2026 through 2030.
Centers policy priorities on 'Revitalizing Science' to serve as the structural base for future technological and economic innovation.
Establishes systemic interventions to enable researchers to pursue ambitious exploration and accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into real-world applications.