Conclusion Of A Basic Agreement Between Japan Financial Services Agency And The University Of Tokyo On Research Collaboration

On May 31, 2023, the Financial Services Agency (FSA) and the University of Tokyo entered into a basic agreement on cooperation and collaboration for the purpose of accumulating academic and practical cutting-edge knowledge related to financial markets and financial administration.

 
 
The items of cooperation and collaboration under the Agreement are as follows:
(1) Research on financial markets and financial administration using data-driven techniques;
(2) Education on data analysis methods and financial literacy education;
(3) Development of new financing methods for research, education, and public relations through collaboration between industry, government, and academia; and
(4) any other matters necessary to achieve the purposes of this Agreement.

This is the first time for the FSA to conclude a partnership agreement with a university or other academic institution in research field. Through building such partnerships, we aim to launch high-quality research projects with leading researchers, expand our academic network, and improve the analytical capabilities of FSA staff.