Editorial

14:55 JST, September 3, 2025

It is unprecedented that a figure in a position representing the business community was forced to resign over suspicions of purchasing illegal drugs. This has had a huge impact not only on the business world but also on society.

Suntory Holdings Ltd. announced on Sept. 2 that Takeshi Niinami had resigned from his position as representative director and chairman on Sept. 1. The reason cited is that a police investigation had taken place into supplements he allegedly purchased.

According to Suntory Holdings, Niinami reported on Aug. 22 that he faced a police investigation, prompting the company to establish an emergency response headquarters to consider measures to deal with the issue. He told the company that he had no knowledge that the supplements were illegal.

However, Suntory Holdings President........

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