Social Media Policy

Created on January 7, 2022

JCIA will operate social media for the purpose of disseminating information on the pharmaceutical industry, communicating with the public at large, and building a better relationship with the public. In using social media (Facebook, YouTube, etc.), the following "Social Media Policy" defines the attitude and action guidelines to be observed and complied with.

1. Basic Policy

We will strive to use this website in a manner that respects the respective positions of everyone involved with the Association. We will comply with laws and regulations, industry guidelines, and MMA bylaws, strive to disseminate information that is trusted by the public, and participate in an honest and moderate manner.

2. Protection of confidential information

We will handle information regarding internal or related parties of the association with the utmost care. Basically, we will not disseminate information that should not be made public.

3. Protection of the rights of third parties

When we transmit images, videos, materials, or other productions, we will comply with laws and regulations protecting intellectual property such as trademarks, portrait rights, copyrights, and patent rights.

4. Protection of information of MISHOP affiliates, business partners, etc.

We will not transmit via social media any information or confidential information that could be used to identify people inside the association, related parties, business partners, etc.

5. Ensuring transparency

We will not create pseudo pages or post messages for the purpose of controlling the flow of discussion.

6. Prohibition of slander and libel

We will not send out information that is libelous or defamatory of any specific individual, group, religion, or politics. In the event that we transmit incorrect information, we will correct it promptly.

7. Prohibit the dissemination of information of unknown authenticity

We will not transmit information on social media whose authenticity cannot be confirmed.

8. Rules for information dissemination about MISHOP

Information sent from official social media accounts does not necessarily represent all of the official announcements and views of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Japan (PMAJ). Please check the official website and press releases for official announcements and views.

9. Establishment of operational guidelines

In order to properly manage and operate the official social media accounts, the "Pharmaceutical Association of Japan Social Media Guidelines" have been created and will be operated in accordance with these guidelines. In addition, when persons involved within the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Japan (PMAJ) use social media for personal use, they are requested to understand the purpose of this policy.

10. Understanding the characteristics of social media

When information or postings are made public on the Internet, they may remain permanently as a record even if they are deleted. Recognizing this characteristic, we will endeavor to disseminate information and postings appropriately.

Precautions under Pharmaceutical Affairs Related Laws and Regulations

When disseminating information, we will comply with the "Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Japan Code of Practice" and will operate after careful examination to ensure that our activities do not lead to inappropriate results when compared to the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act, the Standards for Proper Advertising of Drugs and Other Drugs, the Ethical Drug Promotion Code, and other voluntary codes.

Disclaimer

  1. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information posted on social media, we cannot guarantee its completeness or usefulness.

  2. The Association shall not be liable for any of the following damages or any other damages.

    1. ) Damages incurred by the user as a result of using or being unable to use the Association's social media accounts.
    2. ) Software or hardware damages incurred by the user as a result of the use of information on the Association's social media accounts.
    3. ) Any trouble between users that occurs in relation to the account or damages incurred as a result of such trouble.
    4. ) Trouble between users and third parties arising in connection with the account or damages incurred as a result of such trouble
  3. The Association reserves the right to change, move, or delete information it has posted without prior notice.
  4. The Association may change its operation policy, review its operation methods, or discontinue operation without prior notice.

Comment Management

  1. Replying to comments

    The official social media accounts of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Japan (PMAJ) shall be used exclusively for information dissemination and shall not, in principle, reply to comments. If you have any questions, please use the "Inquiry Form" on the website.

  2. Deletion of Comments

    Please note that comments that are not relevant to the content of the post or that are deemed to fall under any of the following items may be hidden or deleted, in whole or in part, without prior notice to the poster.

    1. ) Contents that violate or may violate laws and regulations
    2. ) Contents that are offensive to public order and morals
    3. ) That which encourages criminal acts
    4. ) That which defames or slanders a specific individual, company, group, etc., or damages the honor or credibility of a specific individual, company, group, etc.
    5. ) That which infringes on privacy, such as disclosing or leaking personal information without the consent of the person concerned
    6. ) That which infringes on the patent rights, design rights, copyrights, trademark rights, portrait rights, etc. of a third party
    7. ) That which is intended for the purpose of political, electoral, religious, or commercial activities, or similar thereto
    8. ) Those whose statements are false or materially different from the facts
    9. ) That which discriminates or encourages discrimination based on race, ideology, creed, etc.
    10. ) Any other contents that are deemed inappropriate for the operation of each account.

Reference: List of official social media accounts of the Japan Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association

  • As of December 2023
    As of December 2023

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