JPBA reports on the 2nd General Meeting of the Parliamentary League for the Promotion of Poker Culture, where JPBA and PPCJ shared activities and discussed compliance-oriented guideline development.
Meeting overview
The 2nd General Meeting of the Parliamentary League for the Promotion of Poker Culture was held on October 9, 2025. JPBA and PPCJ reported their activities and discussed the direction of compliance-focused guideline development with parliamentary league members and related parties.
Participants included members of the parliamentary league, JPBA, PPCJ, and the National Police Agency.
Discussion points
Parliamentary league representatives noted the importance of developing poker in a healthy manner under applicable laws and in cooperation with related authorities. JPBA reported on its background, the social value of poker, its activities to date, and the need for guideline development.
PPCJ reported on its efforts to improve transparency and trust, including discussion structures and the clarification of gray-zone issues. The National Police Agency indicated that it does not deny poker itself when it is operated lawfully and healthily, and that dialogue can continue.
Future direction
JPBA and PPCJ will work together on guideline development and continue organizing issues toward an interim report and further discussions with related parties.
Original Japanese article: https://jpba-poker.com/2025/10/09/pokerculturecaucus-2ndreport/
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