JASK (Japan Affiliate Service Kyokai) was established on May 12th. They will exchange and provide the information and the services with affiliate service providers, including:
– increase the understanding of the affiliate programs
– monitor improper activities and exchange the information to maintain the affiliate service quality, and to protect consumers, affiliate partners, and advertisers
– create program guidelines for the affiliate service providers
– create service guidelines for the affiliate partners and advertisers
– conduct market researches and surveys
– study affiliate related rules and policies
– work with government affiliate related programs