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Kao Appoints New CEO

Yoshihiro Hasebe to replace Michitaka Sawada, who becomes chair.

Yoshihiro Hasebe, currently senior managing executive officer of Kao Corporation, will become president and chief executive officer on January 1, 2021. He will replace Michitaka Sawada, who will become chair of Kao.

More executive appointments will be announced in the new year by the company's board.

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