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Russia seizes Japan Tobacco assets, prompting formal complaint from Tokyo

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Russia has seized the assets of Japan Tobacco International (JTI), prompting a formal complaint from the Japanese government. Analysts suggest this move, which places JTI's assets under Russian control, may represent a significant escalation in the frosty relations between the two nations. The decree, signed by President Vladimir Putin, is seen as a calculated decision given the Japanese government's substantial stake in the company. AI

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Russia seizes Japan Tobacco assets, prompting formal complaint from Tokyo

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Julian Ryall ·

    Is Russia’s seizure of Japan Tobacco assets the last straw for Tokyo amid frosty ties?

    Russia’s seizure of the assets of a Japanese company could prove to be Tokyo’s red line after a series of bitter exchanges between both nations and ties that continue to spiral. The Japanese government on Friday lodged a formal complaint with Russia and demanded that Moscow immed…

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