It has become known what the Russian citizen detained in Japan is accused of.
Japanese police believe he is guilty of exporting goods without permission.
A TASS correspondent learned about this at the Russian Consulate General located in Osaka.
According to the agency, the Russian was detained in Japan on July 10. Japanese authorities suspect the man of violating Japanese law.
We are talking about the supply to Russia of certain goods for the export of which the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry did not give permission.
According to preliminary information, it may be a container with jet skis, mopeds, and a diesel engine for a sea vessel. The value of the goods is estimated at 42 million yen, which is equivalent to $260 thousand at the exchange rate.
It is noted that the Russian was initially detained for 48 hours.
Earlier it was reported that a Russian citizen was detained in Germany on suspicion of espionage.
