During the meeting, a report was given regarding the 2014 Spring Conferment of Decorations and other awards, and a report was given regarding the status of the conferment of decorations and other awards following the revision of the honors system, among other matters. In addition, experts shared their opinions.

The Prime Minister said in his opening address,

"I would like to take this opportunity to express my deep thanks to everyone for graciously accepting the invitation to serve as 'award experts.'
I look forward to receiving your opinions regarding the basic items of the honors system from a broad perspective.
A full 11 years have passed since the honors system was revised in autumn 2003. I perceive that the new system has steadily taken hold in society and among the people.
As distinguished experts, I hope you will offer your guidance as we continue to work to develop an even more enhanced and appropriate honors system."