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DNA Brands Co, a Singapore-based firm that operates a chain of beauty and wellness centers, has pledged to issue refunds worth up to $1 million in response to accusations of coercing clients into making unwanted purchases. The firm, which oversees brands such…
Thailand is set to impose taxes on all foreign goods sold through online platforms starting from January of next year. This move marks an end to the existing exemptions granted to low-value imports that are priced under 1500 baht (US$46.30). Creating a Fair…
Over half of South Korean consumers who inadvertently buy counterfeit products online do not pursue refunds, according to a recent survey by the Korea Consumer Agency. The respondents pointed to complex refund procedures and nominal sums involved as the main…
Vietnam Urges Increased U.S. Imports to Strengthen Trade Relations In a recent governmental meeting, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh emphasized the importance of boosting imports of U.S. products, including liquefied natural gas, aircraft, and pharmaceuticals,…
For the first time, cash is no longer king in India’s online shopping scene. In a post-Diwali media release, India’s online marketplace Snapdeal reported that customers across India were willing to pay at the time of making the purchase instead of opting for…
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