TOKYO -- The Japanese arm of Baskin-Robbins will take over production of ice cream for Southeast Asian markets from its American franchiser in light of rising costs for ingredients and shipping in the U.S., Nikkei has learned.
US production will be transferred to Japan on rising costs for ingredients, transport

Baskin-Robbins locations in Malaysia offer halal-certified ice cream. (Photo by Mana Kubota)
TOKYO -- The Japanese arm of Baskin-Robbins will take over production of ice cream for Southeast Asian markets from its American franchiser in light of rising costs for ingredients and shipping in the U.S., Nikkei has learned.