Germany urges GM to name Opel

Germany urges GM to name Opel buyer

Aug 24 – The German government calls on GM to choose a buyer for carmaker Opel quickly, and labour unions threaten industrial action if the decision doesn’t come soon.

Joanna Partridge reports


Germany urges GM to name Opel buyer

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  1. The future for these car workers is now certain.
  2. Opel is owned by a US company.
  3. A decision was made on the new owner of Opel last week.
  4. The US government will step in to help with the deal.
  5. The US government has already played a part in the deal.
  6. US political pressure may cause more problems.
  7. Germany had its general election last month.
  8. Germany is offering the company US 4.5 billion dollars to get Magna on board.
  9. GM may decide not to sell.
  10. Opel wants to remain part of GM.
  11. There may be strikes at Opel.
  12. German pressure is likely to persuade GM into a decision.

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