Pal System's Commitment to Cooperative Development: A New Era for Japan!

On May 27th and 28th, 2024, the Japanese House of Representatives and the House of Councillors officially adopted a groundbreaking resolution aimed at promoting the development of cooperatives as part of the International Year of Cooperatives. This historic event marks the first time that the Diet has taken such a decisive stance on the significance of cooperatives within Japan's socio-economic framework. Pal System Cooperative Association, based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, welcomes this resolution and reaffirms its commitment to building a sustainable society.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of cooperatives as key players in achieving sustainable development, positioning them as integral to the future of community engagement and social responsibility. It mandates the government to draft policies that respect the definitions, values, and principles that define cooperatives. This is especially pivotal as 2025 will be recognized as the second International Year of Cooperatives established by the United Nations—a rare occurrence that underscores the global community's expectation for cooperatives to play an influential role in addressing contemporary challenges.

In recent years, pressing issues such as social fragmentation, climate change, environmental pollution, and human rights have become increasingly critical. These challenges cannot be solved merely through government intervention or market forces; they require a cooperative approach where individuals respect and understand each other's perspectives. This is where cooperatives excel. By fostering connections among people and focusing on individual relationships, cooperatives can offer tailored solutions that contribute to community well-being.

In light of this resolution encouraging the development and promotion of cooperatives, Pal System recognizes the immense responsibility and expectation placed upon them. The cooperative stands ready to act as a solution-oriented entity that addresses these pressing problems and ensures the legacy of a peaceful and harmonious society is passed down to future generations. With a renewed focus on the power of mutual assistance, Pal System is dedicated to realizing a sustainable society that tackles the challenges we face today.

The resolution can be accessed here:

About Pal System

Pal System Cooperative Association, with its headquarters located at 2-2-6 Okubo, Shinjuku, Tokyo, operates with a strong commitment to cooperative values. As of March 2024, the association boasts a total operating revenue of 254.1 billion yen and a membership base of approximately 1.735 million members. Key cooperative members include Pal System Tokyo, Kanagawa, Chiba, Saitama, Ibaraki, Tochigi, Yamanashi, Nagano, Gunma, Fukushima, Shizuoka, Niigata, and several others coupled with mutual cooperatives. For more information, visit Pal System's official website.

As we move towards 2025 and beyond, Pal System remains committed to the ideals of cooperation and sustainability, ready to contribute towards a better future for society.