South Korea to consult Naver, after report firm faces Japan pressure to divest stake

The Straits Times04-27

SEOUL - South Korea said on Saturday it will consult with Naver, after media reported that the domestic internet company was under pressure from Japan to divest from a venture, adding that its ...

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