Question

Which among the following is the apex organisation to promote collaboration among Japanese Co-operatives?

• A. The Japan Federal Co-operative Alliance
• B. The Federation of Japan Co-operatives
• C. The Japan Co-operative Alliance
• D. The Japan Committee of Co-operatives

Answer 1

Answer:

C. The Japan Co-operative Alliance

The Japan Co-operative Alliance (JCA) is the apex organization for cooperatives in Japan, representing the movement in the country. The JCA's main goals are to:

• Promote cooperatives

• Support collaborations between cooperatives

• Collaborate with other organizations to protect jobs, livelihoods, and communities

• Contribute to better lives and job creation in local communities 

The JCA was formed on April 1, 2018, when the Japan Cooperative General Research Institute (JC-Soken) was reorganized. The JCA's tasks include:

• Planning and promoting inter-cooperative collaboration

• Supporting collaborations within communities and prefectures

• Collaborating with other organizations to protect jobs, livelihoods, and communities

• Education, study, and research

• Holding seminars and study meetings

• Recommending public relations and policy