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UK AstraZeneca CEO Brennan Says Investment in Japan, a “Very Important Market,” Will Continue
In an interview with Jiho, David Brennan, AstraZeneca CEO, indicated his intention to continue to invest in the Japanese market, where high rates of growth can be expected in comparison to US and European markets, and to focus on business…
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