Japan Tobacco Says Russian Entities Placed Under Administration

By Kosaku Narioka

 

Japan Tobacco said four of its manufacturing entities in Russia have been placed under "temporary administration," pursuant to a Russian presidential decree signed Thursday.

The Japanese company said Friday that it is gathering further information regarding the matter, considering the options available, and assessing the potential impact.

Japan Tobacco said it had continued its business operations in Russia in compliance with all regulations and sanctions.

 

Write to Kosaku Narioka at kosaku.narioka@wsj.com

 

(END) Dow Jones Newswires

November 05, 2026 19:32 ET (00:32 GMT)

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