In Brief
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Rockline Industries recalls baby and personal wipes due to mold contamination; Symrise strengthens its position in West Africa with new Nigerian subsidiary; P&G’s operations are suspended in Argentina due to alleged tax evasion. More news in brief.
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