Although the problems are numerous, it can be said that this is due to the fact that Japan is one of the world's leading economies. Solving the problems will bring about technological innovation that will give Japan's manufacturing industry a more prominent place in the world economy.
*  *  *  Ladies and Gentlemen, I would like to express my gratitude for having the opportunity to host this panel of distinguished experts and colleagues. Dear Ben, dear Stanley, dear Ning, and dear Guillermo: I greatly appreciate your willingness to participate in this conference despite the tremendous challenges we are all currently faced with.