A cigarette filter maker has entered into the first-ever deferred prosecution agreement (DPA) with the Department of Justice (DOJ) that settles allegations the company violated the U.S. sanctions against North Korea.

A cigarette filter maker has entered into the first-ever deferred prosecution agreement (DPA) with the Department of Justice (DOJ) that settles allegations the company violated the U.S. sanctions against North Korea.
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