Cadbury-owner Mondelez defends decision to continue trading in Russia

Mondelez, the company behind Cadbury, has faced backlash for continuing to operate in Russia despite the global trend of western firms exiting the country following Putin's 2022 invasion. The company's CEO, Dirk Van de Put, has defended their stance, citing business continuity and the impact on local employees. Critics argue this goes against the moral imperative to condemn the invasion, while supporters highlight the necessity of maintaining operations to support local jobs and communities. This decision underscores a complex ethical dilemma companies face when operating in geopolitically unstable regions.