Starbucks launches tequila drinks in collaboration with Ambush
May 31, 2022 10:15 am UTC| Business Economy
Starbucks Japan introduced new exclusive tequila drinks in collaboration with Ambush Design company. The alcoholic beverages are available at the coffee chains Starbucks Reserve Tokyo Roastery. The tequila drinks were...
Samsung, Intel chiefs meet up to discuss semiconductor business cooperation
May 31, 2022 09:36 am UTC| Business Economy
Samsung Electronics vice-chairman Lee Jae Yong has recently met up with Intels chief executive officer, Pat Gelsinger, to talk about cooperation in their chip businesses. It was reported that the two agreed to join hands...
Norwegian Air, Boeing end conflict, airline places orders for 50 units of 737 MAX planes
May 31, 2022 09:26 am UTC| Business Economy
Norwegian Air has settled its disagreements with Boeing and signed a contract for orders of 50 units of 737 MAX aircraft. The deal officially concludes all legal disputes between the companies. According to Reuters, the...
CJ Group investing ₩20 trillion to amplify K-food, content, and other businesses
May 31, 2022 09:19 am UTC| Business Economy
CJ Group, one of the biggest conglomerates in South Korea, announced a new investment scheme this week to beef up some of its businesses. The company is reportedly spending around ₩20 trillion or about $16 billion for its...
Stellantis, Toyota expands partnership for commercial vans in Europe
May 31, 2022 09:08 am UTC| Business Economy
Stellantis and Toyota Motor Europe, the operating subsidiary that oversees operations of the Toyota Motor Corp. in Europe and western Asia, have signed a new deal to expand their tie-up and bring large commercial vans to...
Metaverse: Kakao to begin trial for metaverse work system for employees’ WFH setup
May 31, 2022 08:27 am UTC| Business Economy
Kakao Corp. is set to test its metaverse work system that will allow its employees to work remotely. As part of the new setup, company staff will be required to work from home at least four days per week starting on July...
South Korea to remove tariff on food imports
May 31, 2022 08:01 am UTC| Business Economy
South Korea announced that it would be lifting tariffs on food imports to improve the standard of living in the country. On Monday, May 30, the local government revealed a special package to help fulfill the aim of making...
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