Japan's education ministry to open first fusion energy strategy task force meeting on November 9
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has scheduled the first meeting of a task force that will draft a national fusion energy technology development strategy. The online session runs from 1 to 4 p.m. on November 9, 2026, and covers operating rules, overseas strategies, and a draft strategy. Members of the public can watch by registering in advance, though some sessions may be closed.
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What does it mean?
Japan is starting a group to plan how it will develop fusion power, the process that powers the sun. The first meeting is online on November 9, 2026, and the public can watch if they sign up beforehand.
Who is affected?
Researchers, fusion startups, and members of the public who want to follow the government's fusion plans.