Why it matters
The seizure affects a Japanese company’s operations in Russia and adds uncertainty for foreign businesses there. The articles do not report a direct effect on U.S. operations or consumers.
ECONOMY • RUSSIA AND JAPAN
Russia transfers Japan Tobacco’s Russian operations to state-linked company
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Russia has transferred control of Japan Tobacco International’s Russian business to a state-linked holding company, affecting four factories and about 4,000 employees. Japan has urged Russia to reverse the move through diplomatic channels.
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