On 9 July 2019 the European Commission announced its decision to fine Sanrio Company, Ltd. €6.2 million for entering into anti-competitive licensing agreements restricting cross-border sales. The Commission granted a 40 per cent reduction in the fine to reflect the fact that Sanrio cooperated beyond its legal obligation to do so.
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