Germany news: Union slams Audi CEO for joining Trump at campaign rally, while Chancellor Merz and President Steinmeier embark on separate Asia tours
Audi's boss is facing a backlash in Germany after appearing alongside Donald Trump at a campaign rally.
DW reports: Audi's boss is facing a backlash in Germany after appearing alongside Donald Trump at a campaign rally.
Meanwhile, Germany's chancellor and president are heading to Asia on separate diplomatic missions.
This politics story centres on Germany. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Asia, Donald Trump and Audi CEO.
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- Germany · Europe
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- Asia, Donald Trump, Audi CEO, Chancellor Merz
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- DWGermany news: Union slams Audi CEO for joining Trump at campaign rally, while Chancellor Merz and President Steinmeier embark on separate Asia tours
- DWGermany news: Audi boss slammed over Trump rally appearance
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