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Russia is a key market for Germany. But political developments in recent years have led to serious problems. EU sanctions on Russia and its growing friendship with China are casting a shadow over German prospects there.
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German carmaker Daimler said the job cuts would help fund "large investments" needed to transition to electric cars.
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