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US sanctions on Singapore-based Alexsong a warning to all firms to stay compliant

The Business Times

THE United States has designated Singapore-based electronics wholesaler, Alexsong Pte Ltd, among those that have breached its sanctions against Russia, a case which serves to remind businesses that they must have robust sanction compliance policies.

#electronics #business #compliancepolicies

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