Free trade pact to make 95% of Israel's exports to S. Korea customs-free
May 10, 2021 23:30 pm UTC| Economy
South Korea and Israel will sign a free trade agreement this week, marking the first such arrangement for Israel with an Asian market. The deal is meant to cut out customs duties while offering safety nets on...
Probe finds 10 Japanese firms with possible links to Myanmar junta
May 10, 2021 23:04 pm UTC| Economy Business
At least 10 Japanese companies have direct business ties or have taken part in projects with Myanmar military-affiliated firms, according to a probe by a Kyodo News team. Such entities include the Japan Bank for...
Japanese soft drink makers to reuse 50% of plastic bottles by 2030
May 10, 2021 20:44 pm UTC| Economy Business
The Japan Soft Drink Association will raise the plastic bottle reuse ratio from 10 percent to at least 50 percent by improving the cleaning process. To address the low rate problem, the JSDA will set up recycling bins...
EU, India agree on trade relaunch
May 10, 2021 11:09 am UTC| Economy Business
The European Union and India have agreed to strengthen their economic cooperation across key fields, including digitalization, health, and climate change through a virtual summit between EU leaders and Indian Prime...
Ford is recalling at least 617,000 Explorer SUVs in the U.S.
May 10, 2021 10:50 am UTC| Business Economy
Ford Motor is calling back at least 617,000 units of its Explorer sport utility vehicle units in the U.S. The recall was said to have been requested by the countrys National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The...
Wendy’s returning to the UK and plans to open 400 stores after 20 years
May 10, 2021 10:22 am UTC| Business Economy
Wendys is making a comeback in the U.K. after a 20-year absence. The burger joint already opened in the United Kingdom but ceased operations, and now it is officially returning. Wendys will try again to make it in the...
AmorePacific pulls out Innisfree from North America
May 10, 2021 09:09 am UTC| Business Economy
AmorePacific is said to have decided to pull out Innisfree, one of its popular brands, from North America. The South Korean beauty and cosmetic company will be closing out all of the said brands stores, and the shutdowns...
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Germany lowers voting age to 16 for the European elections
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