Germany, France agree deal to support European car industry
Car makers in Europe have so far struggled to compete with Chinese electric car companies.
DW reports: Car makers in Europe have so far struggled to compete with Chinese electric car companies.
The two countries said the agreement aimed to safeguard Europe's automative industry, encouraging development and research.
This business story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Europe, Germany and European.
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