“Seminar on the Impact of the Middle East Situation on the Western Indian Ocean Region: Energy, Supply, and Innovation”
2026/5/29
On the 29th of May 2026, the Embassy of Japan, in partnership with the Indian Ocean Commission, hosted a “Seminar on the Impact of the Middle East Situation on the Western Indian Ocean Region: Energy, Supply, and Innovation” at the Caudan Arts Centre in Port Louis. The event was attended by Ibrahim Norbert RICHARD, Secretary-General of the Indian Ocean Commission, YAMAO Mayu, Chargée d'Affaires of the Embassy of Japan, members of Ministries, government agencies, parastatal bodies, research institutions, as well as representatives from the diplomatic corps and UN agencies, the private sector, and the media.
The seminar’s core objective was to explore resilience building options through Japanese technology innovation and partnerships, in the context of Small Island Developing States seeking stable, secured and diversified energy supply amidst global energy demand, fluctuations in fossil fuel prices, rising geopolitical risks, and the need to address climate change.
The seminar featured presentations by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), researchers from Saga University’s Institute of Ocean Energy, and experts showcasing the application of AI technologies. Speakers from IOC member states—Comoros, Madagascar, and Seychelles—also took the floor to share their respective expertise and experiences.
The seminar’s core objective was to explore resilience building options through Japanese technology innovation and partnerships, in the context of Small Island Developing States seeking stable, secured and diversified energy supply amidst global energy demand, fluctuations in fossil fuel prices, rising geopolitical risks, and the need to address climate change.
The seminar featured presentations by Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), researchers from Saga University’s Institute of Ocean Energy, and experts showcasing the application of AI technologies. Speakers from IOC member states—Comoros, Madagascar, and Seychelles—also took the floor to share their respective expertise and experiences.
