MBK Taiwan

MBK sees CNS exit for about $2.4b after aborted effort

MBK is selling its 60% stake in Taiwan’s biggest cable TV broadcaster at the second attempt after tussles with the regulator; a salutary lesson in the risks of Asian deal making.

MBK Partners is selling its 60% stake in China Network Systems (CNS) for about $2.4 billion including debt to Taiwan’s Wei family, after a protected investment period and a clash with regulators, according to a person familiar with the matter.

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