Intelligence Briefing

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Based on 6 verified sources covering Thailand:

TOKYO -- Sony Group says it will "aggressively consider any alternative opportunities" for expanding its business in India's entertainment market after a failed attempt to merge its subsidiary with local broadcaster Zee. [1]

SEOUL/BANGKOK -- Competition in South Korea's duty-free market is about to heat up. A potentially formidable third player is set to descend on the capital city. [2]

LAS VEGAS. U.S. -- Sony Group is continuing talks on a deal to merge its Indian subsidiary with Zee Entertainment Enterprises, people involved in the negotiations have said. [3]

Media & EntertainmentSony bets on Zee merger to create Hindi entertainment powerhouse Japan group on acquisition spree to fend off likes of Netflix, Amazon and Disney Zee would give Sony a trove of Bollywood movies and other content that would help t... [4]

Hello from Tokyo. If you have traveled to this city, chances are you have heard of Ikebukuro. Packed with department stores, vibrant restaurants and many other commercial attractions, it is home to one of the capital's busiest train stations. [5]

TOKYO -- Indian broadcaster Zee Entertainment has withdrawn its bid to force a $10 billion merger with Sony's local unit, several months after the Japanese company pulled out of the blockbuster deal. [6]

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