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Ex-chairman of Namyang Dairy Questioned over Alleged Embezzlement

Ex-chairman of Namyang Dairy Questioned over Alleged Embezzlement

SEOUL, Nov. 18 (Korea Bizwire) — Prosecutors questioned a former chairman of a major South Korean dairy company Monday as part of an investigation into allegations he embezzled company funds for personal use. Hong Won-sik, former chairman of Namyang Dairy Products Co., underwent the questioning at the Seoul Central District Prosecutors Office, officials said. Hong [...]

Police Probe Dairy Firm over Refuted Claim on Yogurt’s Antiviral Effect

Police Probe Dairy Firm over Refuted Claim on Yogurt’s Antiviral Effect

SEOUL, April 21 (Korea Bizwire) — Police are investigating a major dairy company over its disputed claim that one of its products is effective in preventing coronavirus infection, police officials said Wednesday. The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has recently filed a complaint against Namyang Dairy Products Co. for allegedly exaggerating the result of [...]

Namyang Dairy Boycott Spreads After Misleading Claim that Yogurt Kills Coronavirus

Namyang Dairy Boycott Spreads After Misleading Claim that Yogurt Kills Coronavirus

SEOUL, April 19 (Korea Bizwire) — Namyang Dairy Products Co., a major South Korean dairy firm, is facing a strong backlash after claiming that its product can help control the novel coronavirus. In a symposium held on Tuesday, the company suggested that its Bulgaris yogurt drink was identified as being capable of killing the virus [...]