DQ Symposium: Practical Implementation of Japan's Amended Whistleblower Protection Act (July 9)

D-Quest, headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, announced it will host the DQ Symposium, "Balancing 'Whistleblower-First' and Abusive Reporting under the Amended Whistleblower Protection Act," on July 9, 2026. With the amendment set to take effect in December 2026, the symposium aims to provide legal, compliance, internal audit, and general affairs professionals with a framework for realistic institutional operation.

As societal expectations for internal reporting systems grow, companies are being required to reach higher levels of operational efficacy. Practitioners currently face the challenging daily task of determining where "whistleblower-first" policies end and what qualifies as "abusive reporting."

At this symposium, expert lawyers and veteran practitioners will discuss this critical balance through lectures, dialogues, and panel discussions. Supported by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Japan, the event seeks to provide practical risk management insights.

Key Speakers:
- Takanori Sakai, Attorney (Shinsei Sogo Law Office)
- Takaaki Fukuyama, Director, D-Quest
- Aya Nomura, Attorney (Wadakuramon Law Office)
- Kazumasa Shindo, Nippon Express Holdings
- Takeshi Takizawa, Glory Ltd.

Event Details:
- Name: DQ Symposium
- Date: July 9, 2026 (Thursday), 13:00-18:00
- Venue: Ochanomizu Sola City Conference Center
- Capacity: 200 participants (Free, advance registration required)