Honda and Nissan join forces to take on China

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Honda and Nissan plan to merge as the two Japanese firms seek to fight back against competition from the Chinese car industry.Joining forces would create one of the world's biggest car producers alongside Toyota, Volkswagen, General Motors and Ford.We look at one of Donald Trump's key economic appointments.And who is France's new finance minister?

23 Dec 5PM English United Kingdom Business

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