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The Delicia supermarket chain in Nagano, Japan, has been warned by the Fair Trade Commission for potentially violating antitrust laws by making supplier employees perform display work without compensation.

Coupang has been fined 2.2 billion Won by the Korea Fair Trade Commission for allegedly pressuring suppliers to reduce prices and share advertising costs.

Experts from the Norwegian analytical firm 'Rystad Energy' suggest that India's imports from Russia may decrease significantly, as Russian oil shipments increasingly shift to China, intensifying competition with Iranian suppliers.

Orlen's CEO announces a commitment to invest billions of zlotys in Polish suppliers to strengthen the national industry.

The NHS has found alternative suppliers of bone cement due to a production halt from its main provider, aiming to prevent surgery delays.

Martin Lewis advises UK households to check for unclaimed refunds from energy suppliers, as £240 million remains unclaimed primarily from closed accounts.

Two suppliers of expensive medications were fined for colluding to win competitions with a state health insurance company, aided by a whistleblower.

The UK has announced its largest sanctions package against Russia in four years, focusing on oil revenues and military equipment suppliers.

KGHM emphasizes the strategic advantage of working with local Polish suppliers for its investments and projects.

The president of Poland has signed the Lex Huawei legislation, which aims to enhance cybersecurity and allows for the exclusion of high-risk telecommunications and IT suppliers.

Poland has enacted a set of regulations known as 'Lex Huawei,' aimed at enhancing cybersecurity while allowing the state to exclude high-risk suppliers from the telecommunications and IT market.

A citizens' group in Gwangju has raised allegations of price collusion among school uniform suppliers after examining recent bidding data.

Algeria has issued an international tender for the purchase of 50,000 tons of soft wheat, typically expecting to acquire larger quantities.

Samsung has adopted a multi-layered security strategy aimed at eliminating leaks ahead of the Galaxy S27 launch by implementing new protocols and severe penalties for suppliers.

The Indoor Group, owner of Asko and Sotka, declared bankruptcy in early February, surprising many despite warning signs leading up to the failure.

The Trump administration has threatened European countries with retaliation if they begin to favor arms purchases from European manufacturers over U.S. suppliers.

Thailand is now a pivotal hub for China’s drone exports to Russia, facilitating a significant volume of military supplies despite official denials from the Chinese manufacturers.

Swedish biathlete Sebastian Samuelsson proposes that wax suppliers should take control of waxing teams in response to growing disparities in the sport.

The declining demand for coal in Poland is posing significant challenges for the mining suppliers' sector, threatening thousands of jobs while companies call for state support.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces backlash for the Brooklyn Navy Yard's lease cancellation of a drone supplier to Israel shortly after he took office.

Ofgem warns that UK households might be entitled to refunds and compensation from energy suppliers due to overpayments.

The article reveals the processes and key players behind the production of dulce de leche, a crucial ingredient in Argentina's most famous alfajores, highlighting the major suppliers and their historical significance.

Dry firewood has run out in stores, and local suppliers are unable to meet the demand due to warmer winters and previous poor sales.

In 2025, China achieved a historic record of soybean imports, significantly favoring South American suppliers over the United States amid ongoing trade tensions.

The North Fish restaurant chain, owned by Polish businessman Michał Sołowow, has filed for bankruptcy, potentially leading to the closure of its approximately 40 locations across Poland and affecting employees and suppliers.

Sex workers at one of Nevada's oldest brothels are attempting to establish a union, marking a historic move towards labor rights within the industry.

The Chilean government has announced plans to send humanitarian aid to Cuba amidst the island's severe crisis due to U.S. sanctions on oil suppliers.

Criticism has emerged regarding the carnival events in Bolívar, questioning the contract direction towards specific suppliers.

Brazil's Post Office has accumulated R$ 3.7 billion in unpaid obligations to suppliers, pension funds, employee health plans, and federal taxes due to ongoing financial crises.

Older individuals are encouraged to register for the Priority Services Register to access complimentary support from energy suppliers.

The article discusses how availability of materials and timely delivery are crucial to preventing delays in construction projects in Brazil.

Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition is initiating the disqualification of 29 inactive electricity suppliers from the market.

The Mexican government, in collaboration with Baja California and Chihuahua, aims to accelerate investments in the medical devices sector by fostering local supplier development and technology transfer.

The Panhellenic Association of Ship Suppliers and Exporters has elected a new Board of Directors for the term 2026-2029 following elections held on February 9, 2026.

The owner of the bankrupt e-shop Mammoth stated he had no knowledge of the Apple devices deliveries that had passed through the store, which remain unpaid to suppliers.

Ofgem is informing consumers about available support options for those struggling with energy bill payments amid increasing debt levels in the UK.

Mining and energy suppliers in Ecuador will now be required to report suspicious financial operations to the Financial and Economic Analysis Unit (UAFE) as part of regulations aimed at combating money laundering.

The Kremlin has condemned the USA's threats of sanctions against oil suppliers to Cuba, highlighting the country's critical fuel shortages and their prioritization of essential services.

The SAFE program marks a significant shift toward boosting Europe's weapon and ammunition production while reducing reliance on external suppliers.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced new sanctions against foreign manufacturers of components used in Russian drones and missiles employed against Ukraine.

The GoiâniaCal 2026 business fair in Goiânia, Brazil, showcases winter 2026 products and aims to facilitate connections between over 1,700 visitors and 700 suppliers.

A French national has been detained in Italy as part of a large international counterfeiting operation, revealing connections to suppliers in Italy and a logistics network involving Ukraine.

EU leaders will discuss at an upcoming informal summit whether to prioritize European suppliers in public procurement.

The European Commission's 'Made in Europe' policy proposal aims to boost local production and reduce EU dependence on Chinese suppliers, but faces significant resistance from parts of the automotive industry, despite support from over a thousand directors and industry associations.

The Organic Fertiliser Producers and Suppliers Association of Nigeria urges farmers to adopt organic farming practices for safer food production and to prevent health risks associated with pest control methods.

UK households may receive compensation payments of up to £80 from energy suppliers for delays or mistakes in switching energy services, according to Ofgem.

President Claudia Sheinbaum and Pemex director Víctor Rodríguez Padilla highlighted financial and operational achievements while announcing significant upcoming projects, amidst ongoing challenges of transparency and corruption within Pemex.

Germany is exploring new alliances with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE to decrease its reliance on natural gas from the United States amid tensions with the Trump administration.

Three people have been charged with a fraud involving consumer electronics, causing damages exceeding 4.1 billion crowns, with victims including a mobile operator and major suppliers.

Despite a significant decline in gas prices on the stock market, Estonian gas suppliers are set to raise prices for households in March due to low gas reserves in the EU.