In the Western world, LinkedIn is a staple for many recruitment professionals. It has proven to be a powerful tool for networking, talent sourcing and job postings. But in Japan, people don’t use LinkedIn very much.Here’s why LinkedIn isn’t popular…
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Astellas, Nichi-Iko Conclude Definitive Agreement on Transfer of Fuji Plant
Astellas Pharma and Nichi-Iko Pharmaceutical announced on December 13 that Astellas Pharma Tech, a production subsidiary of Astellas, and Nichi-Iko concluded a definitive agreement on the same day under which Nichi-Iko will purchase Astellas Pharma Tech’s Fuji Plant (Shizuoka Prefecture).…
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