April 13, 2022
On April 13, Okayama University signed a cooperation agreement with Kibichuo Town
pertaining to a variety of issues, including regional revitalization,
resource development and the achievement of the SDGs. Because of our
emphasis on well-being and sustainability, Okayama University was
invited to take up the role of lead architect in the Kibikogen City Super City Planning and Promotion Council
in January 2021. Since then, the university has participated in
numerous discussions in order to examine and draft a plan for the
construction of a super city. On March 10, 2022, the plan was approved
by the Cabinet Office National Strategic Special Zones Advisory Council
and the area has since been designated as a National Strategic Special Zone (Digital Rural Health Special Zone). (Cabinet decision on April 12, 2022.)
As such, Okayama University has decided to establish an even closer and
more systematic relationship with Kibichuo Town by concluding a
cooperation agreement. The agreement, which is based on a fruitful and
trusting relationship, not only covers the Digital Rural Health Special
Zone project, but also a wide range of issues, including revitalization,
resource development and promotion of the SDGs.
On the day of the signing ceremony, Okayama University President MAKINO
Hirofumi signed the agreement with Kibichuo Town Mayor YAMAMOTO
Masanori. Afterwards, President Makino said, “As a comprehensive
university, we utilize the knowledge and technology available across a
wide range of fields, forming an “all-Okadai” system. This system has
allowed us to create an “innovative model for solving regional issues”
and I hope that it will lead to the achievement of local SDGs*”. Mayor
Yamamoto also remarked, “Through our collaboration with Okayama
University, we will be able to provide cutting-edge services that
utilize digital technology and contribute to the development of local
communities and the resolution of regional issues. I hope that this
project will become a model for other mountainous regions facing similar
problems”.
*Local SDGs
A concept that promotes maximizing the strengths of local regions
through mutual support and resource sharing while taking into account
the unique characteristics of each region, maintaining self-reliance and
encouraging decentralization.
Source (Japanese only)：http://chiikijunkan.env.go.jp/
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