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Japanese executive among dozens arrested in Myanmar for allegedly selling rice above set prices

  • Four executives of supermarket chains, including a Japanese joint venture official, were arrested in Myanmar for selling rice at inflated prices, impacting the junta's economy.
  • Eleven individuals, including rice traders and mill officials, were arrested for inflating rice prices by 31% to 70%, as reported by the Global New Light of Myanmar newspaper.
  • Japanese national Hiroshi Kasamatsu, a director of Aeon Orange, was detained for questioning by police in Yangon, according to Japan's chief cabinet secretary.
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