JAPAN: Kirin exits Yakult JV
By: Michael Fitzpatrick | 20 November 2008
Kirin Holdings has announced plans to dissolve its health food joint venture with Yakult Honsha.
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Kirin Holdings has announced plans to dissolve its health food joint venture with Yakult Honsha.
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