16 Nov 2026
AJS-NSW x Japan Foundation Collaboration Event
To mark the significant 50th anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between Australia and Japan, the Australia-Japan Society of NSW (AJS-NSW) and The Japan Foundation, Sydney are proud to co-host this special event, bringing together leading voices from academia, industry and the broader space sector to explore the intersection of space exploration, technology and innovation through an Australia-Japan lens.
The evening will commence with a special presentation by Kate Kitagawa, internationally recognised space educator, author and strategic advisor, who will share her insights on the history, future and societal significance of space exploration.
Following her presentation, Kate will moderate a panel discussion featuring Melissa de Zwart, Akihiko Nishino and Tim Parsons.
6PM | The Japan Foundation Sydney