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Ju Yeon Lee

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<li>E: In terms of resource management, Coupang was fined the most among companies that failed to fulfill their recycling obligations, and the use of plastic packaging is increasing every year.</li>
<li>S: Coupang was flagged for the largest number of disputes among online platforms. Not only conflicts with consumers and communities, but also the unfair labor practices are key risks.</li>
<li>G: Bom Kim resigned as chairman after the fire at Icheon Logistics Center. These measures were suspected of being intended to avoid punishment under the Serious Accidents Punishment Act.</li>
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E: In terms of resource management, Coupang was fined the most among companies that failed to fulfill their recycling obligations, and the use of plastic packaging is increasing every year.
S: Coupang was flagged for the largest number of disputes among online platforms. Not only conflicts with consumers and communities, but also the unfair labor practices are key risks.
G: Bom Kim resigned as chairman after the fire at Icheon Logistics Center. These measures were suspected of being intended to avoid punishment under the Serious Accidents Punishment Act.


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