Mohegan<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, which was really interested in the Hokkaido resort and opened an office less than two months ago and closed it in February. They changed plans and joined with Hanwha Corp to build its IR near Incheon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\u201cAlthough the outcome is not what we had hoped for, we understand the position of Governor Suzuki and respect his judgment regarding IR development in Hokkaido. We are especially grateful for the warm hospitality shown to us by the people of Hokkaido, our partners and our friends,\u201d Mohegan CEO Mario Kontomerkos said in February.
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