Since the beginning of Russia's military aggression against Ukraine, the French trading network " CEO Yves Claude explained his position in an interview with the Journal du Dimanche.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky, in an address to the world community, urged businesses to stop working in the Russian Federation. However, not all large companies agreed with this proposal, in particular, the Auchan supermarket chain will continue to operate in Russia..

" We never had another goal. I am ready to accept public opinion that does not agree with us. It is easy to criticize us, but we are open and act for the civilian population,"

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If Auchan exits the Russian market, approximately 30,000 people will be left without work, because there are 231 supermarkets and online stores in the Russian Federation, while in Ukraine there are only 43 stores.

The CEO stressed that the company does not forget its employees who were forced to leave Ukraine. They organized assistance for Ukrainian employees, provided shelter and provided work in other places.. In addition, Auchan helps other Ukrainian refugees..

" And our shareholders decided to send part of the dividends to help refugees,"

Recall that the United States is preparing sanctions against Russian companies supplying goods and services to the Russian army and intelligence.