Clarion Events to host inaugural Defence Innovation Forum in Tokyo

Clarion Events Japan will host the inaugural Defence Innovation Forum on October 23, 2026, in Tokyo. The event serves as a precursor to the DSEI Japan 2027 defense and security exhibition.

The forum will focus on emerging technologies in the defense and security sectors, including unmanned vehicles, space technology, and artificial intelligence. It aims to provide a platform for defense and technology companies, startups, research institutions, and universities to share expertise and foster dialogue for future technical cooperation and business partnerships.

Key sessions will address the current state and challenges of AI in defense, international trends, and the acceleration of sensor-to-shooter capabilities. The event will also feature discussions on modern warfare innovations, including perspectives from the Ukrainian Defense Industry Board.