Congress Corporation was appointed as PCO for the G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit as well as related major ministerial meetings. We were honored to contribute to the success of the meetings…

Congress Corporation was proud to be appointed as PCO for the G8 HokkaidoToyako Summit and related meetings & events. We were honored to cooperate with and work under the direction of the Japanese government and local host organizations, and all of the meetings concluded successfully.

G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit, Major G8 Ministerial Meetings and Related Events

G8 Hokkaido Toyako Summit July 7-9, 2008 The Windsor Hotel Toya (Hokkaido)

G8 Heads of State engaged in active discussion on a diverse range of issues of global concern.
Lake Toya, symbol of the beautiful natural environment of Japan.
Japan’s cutting edge green technology was publicized in the futuristic home, “Zero Emission House”, built at the Rusutsu Resort area.

G8 Development Ministers’ Meeting
April 5-6, 2008 Mita Conference Hall (Tokyo)

Seasonal cherry blossoms graced the venue, Mita Conference Hall in Tokyo
Congress Corporation’s team of interpreters covered 8 languages in all.

G8 Environment Ministers Meeting
May 24-26, 2008 Kobe Portopia Hotel (Kobe)

“Our Environment” is the central theme of this year’s G8 Summit and this meeting had a key role in the lead up to all the Summit-related meetings.
Congress Corporation staff members pose for a photo with Minister Akira Amari after the meeting.

The First Hideyo Noguchi Africa Prize – Presentation Ceremony and Commemorative Banquet – at TICAD IV
May 28, 2008 Pan Pacific Yokohama Bay Hotel Tokyu (Yokohama)

40 Heads of State from African countries gathered in Japan to attend TICAD IV and this related event, the presentation ceremony.
The Commemorative Banquet was held in the presence of Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan.

G8 Energy Ministerial Meeting
June 7-8, 2008 Hotel Aomori / Hakkoda Hotel (Aomori)

The official logo, designed in-house, featured the famous apple of Aomori Prefecture and enjoyed great popularity with the local hosts.
Congress Corporation staff members pose for a photo with Minister Akira Amari after the meeting.

G8 Justice and Home Affairs Ministerial Meeting
June 11-13, 2008 The Westin Tokyo (Tokyo)

Japan’s symbol, Mt. Fuji, and Tokyo Tower were incorporated into the design for the meeting’s emblem.
Ministers from the G8 and other countries enjoyed Tokyo’s vibrant metropolis and hospitality during the meeting.

G8 Finance Ministers Meeting
June 13-14, 2008 Osaka International Convention Center (Osaka)

Finance Ministers ready to start discussion at the Osaka International Convention Center.
The sunny day provided the perfect setting for a commemorative photo at Osaka Castle.

Science and Technology Ministers’ Meeting
June 15, 2008 Bankoku Shinryokan (Okinawa)

A birds-eye view from the interpreters’ booths. Congress Corporation was in charge of the official interpreters.
Okinawa, site of the 2000 Summit, again furnished its hospitality plus Summit experience gained 8 years ago, resulting in a successful meeting.

G8 Foreign Ministers Meeting
June 26-27, 2008 Kyoto State Guesthouse & Kyoto International Conference Center (Kyoto)

A special Kyoto PR booth in the International Press Center at ICC Kyoto featured displays and information on the area’s fascinating history and culture.
Volunteers proficient in foreign languages provided information on Kyoto to Press from around the world.