This conference will discuss issues relevant to the actions identified in the Action Plan agreed at the G-8 Sea Island Summit, specifically: the promotion of the 3Rs; reduction of barriers to the international flow of goods and materials; encouragement of cooperation among various stakeholders; promotion of science and technology suitable for the 3Rs; and cooperation with developing countries.  

dates: 28-30 April 2005  
location: Tokyo, Japan  
contact: Task Force for 3R Initiative Ministerial Conference  
phone: 81-3-5521-8348  
fax: 81-3-3593-3636  
e-mail: 3R@env.go.jp  
www: http://www.env.go.jp/earth/3r/en/index.html