Kyushu Electric Power President Kazuhiro Ikebe was appointed chairman of the Kyushu Economic Federation (Kyukeiren) on June 11, according to NHK. In his first press conference, Ikebe highlighted Kyushu’s advantages—including low electricity costs, available land, and skilled labor—and said he aims to attract diverse businesses, including headquarters and research institutions. Ikebe, a 67-year-old native of Oita Prefecture, is the first Kyushu Electric executive in 12 years to lead the federation. Source: NHK
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