Completion of Sale of BAT's Russian and Belarusian Business

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Sep.14.2023

Completion of Sale of BAT's Russian and Belarusian Business

BAT announces completion of sale of its business in Russia and Belarus, following announcement on September 7th.

On September 14th, British American Tobacco (BAT) announced on its official website the latest developments in its business operations in Russia. It stated that the sale of its businesses in Russia and Belarus has been successfully concluded.

British American Tobacco (BAT) has announced that it has successfully completed the sale of its businesses in Russia and Belarus, following the announcement made on September 7, 2023. This sale has complied with both local and international legal regulations and has obtained all necessary approvals.

References:

[1] Russia business update – sale completed

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[1] British American Tobacco Sells Business in Russia and Belarus

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