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Japan Blocks South Korean Buyout Deal Using Security Law
Japan has moved to block a South Korean buyout deal, invoking a security law in what is described as a rare application of the legislation. This action highlights Japan's use of national security concerns in economic matters.
22 Apr, 23:50 — 23 Apr, 03:29
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bloombergHigh2d ago
Japan Moves to Block Korean Buyout Deal With Rare Use of Security Law - Bloomberg.com
Japan Moves to Block Korean Buyout Deal With Rare Use of Security Law Bloomberg.com
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Japan moves to block South Korean buyout deal with rare use of security law
Makino's machine tools are widely used in defense applications and the takeover could undermine national security, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said in parliament.
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First report: bloomberg · 22 Apr, 23:50|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h
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