RIYADH: The Spanish clothing design and manufacturing company MANGO has taken the decision to temporarily suspend its operations in Russia, closing its stores, online platform, and the delivery of goods to the country.
This comes as the company tried to safeguard its operations in the country for as long as possible, with a statement saying it owed a "responsibility" to its 800 employees in Russia, as well as the company's franchisees and partners.
The franchisees, key partners for MANGO, and the marketplaces, will be able to continue to operate and distribute MANGO clothes, subject to their current stock availability, the company said.
MANGO has 120 stores in Russia of which 65 are franchises.
The company said it will guarantee coverage and support to its employees throughout the coming months.
MANGO will remain alert to any needs that arise in the region, to actively participate in efforts, in collaboration with other entities and organisations, to offer support and humanitarian aid, it said.
