MS Also Boycotts Russia: "Halt All New Sales of Products and Services"

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] Microsoft (MS) has decided to halt all new sales of its products and services in Russia, which invaded Ukraine. It also indicated that it may take additional measures depending on the intensity of future U.S. government sanctions.

According to the economic media CNBC, Brad Smith, president of MS, announced this policy on the 4th (local time). He stated, "We believe that taking concrete actions in line with these governments' decisions is the most effective way to help Ukraine," and added, "We will take additional measures depending on how the situation develops."

MS confirmed that it is working closely with the governments of the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union (EU), and will suspend "many aspects" in accordance with their sanctions against Russia. CNBC reported that MS did not clarify whether existing services can continue to be used.

Earlier this week, MS announced that it would provide assistance such as delivering information on Russia's cyberattacks to Ukraine.

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