The Tokyo Job

The Tokyo Job

3/1/2020

link

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2020-01-14/how-nissan-s-carlos-ghosn-was-smuggled-out-of-japan

summary

This Bloomberg news feature tells the captivating story of Carlos Ghosn, the former chairman of Nissan, and how he managed to escape from Japan while facing serious criminal charges. The article details the elaborate plan orchestrated to smuggle Ghosn out of the country, including his sudden disappearance, the use of private jets, and his eventual arrival in Lebanon. It delves into the alleged corruption scandal that led to Ghosn's arrest and provides insights into the motivations and risks involved in his escape. This gripping account sheds light on the intricacies of international legal cases and the lengths some individuals will go to evade justice.

tags

fugitive ꞏ japanese law ꞏ automotive industry ꞏ legal loopholes ꞏ smuggling ꞏ corporate governance ꞏ nissan ꞏ global news ꞏ legal issues ꞏ international crime ꞏ extradition ꞏ escape ꞏ international escape ꞏ undercover operations ꞏ japanese culture ꞏ high-profile case ꞏ justice system ꞏ international travel ꞏ criminal conspiracy ꞏ japanese customs ꞏ ceo ꞏ japan ꞏ executive leadership ꞏ security breach ꞏ international relations ꞏ criminal investigation ꞏ corporate scandal ꞏ law enforcement ꞏ carlos ghosn ꞏ executive misconduct