The progress of laser fusion research at the Institute of Laser Engine
ering, Osaka University is reviewed. They are physics investigations o
n target implosion, development of laser technologies, and R&D for las
er fusion power plants. The long term strategy of Inertial Fusion Ener
gy (IFE) development has been reexamined taking into account the recen
t progress of implosion physics and reactor related technologies.