# Japan Tobacco says all JT Group entities in Russia under temporary administration

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/japan-tobacco-says-all-jt-group-entities-in-russia-under-temporary-administration/
- Published: 2026-11-08T23:56:54+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-09T00:25:56+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/japan-tobacco-says-all-jt-group-entities-in-russia-under-temporary-administration-6534891
- Topics: Asia, Europe, World

## Key points

- All Japan Tobacco entities in Russia are under temporary administration.
- The Russian government added three entities to the measure.
- Japan Tobacco says operations continue as it assesses financial effects.

## Summary

Japan Tobacco says all its entities in Russia are now under temporary administration after the Russian government extended the measure to three more entities. The company says its business is still operating, but the move could affect its finances.

The announcement follows a decree signed by President Vladimir Putin on Thursday that placed the Russian assets of JT International under the administration of Industrial Assets. Japan Tobacco said it is assessing the potential impact on its financial results; no figures were given.

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