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Sterling Britain Wins Over Japanese Investors

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The UK has been at the receiving end of pressure from European and Asian investors regarding its decision to opt out of the euro. However, in a surprising turn of events, Japanese investors like Honda and NEC have expressed their willingness to invest in the UK, fuelling the debate on the economic implications of the UK's decision. Honda's announcement to double its car production in the UK and export to Japan has been seen as a vote of confidence in the Sterling Britain.

Key Takeaways:

  • Honda is set to double its car production in the UK, indicating a vote of confidence in the Sterling Britain.
  • The company plans to export its vehicles to Japan, marking a significant shift in the company's investment strategy.
  • Honda's decision is in stark contrast to fellow Japanese investors like Nissan and Toyota, which have threatened to move production elsewhere if the UK joins the euro.
  • NEC's boss, Koji Nishigaki, has hailed the UK as the best place to do business in Europe, citing the strength of the Pound and the international language of business.
  • Several readers have expressed their support for Honda's decision, citing the benefits of investing in the Sterling Britain.

Statistics:

  • Honda plans to double its car production in the UK over the next few years.
  • The company aims to export 10,000 vehicles to Japan every year.
  • 75% of readers polled supported Honda's decision to invest in the UK.
  • 50% of respondents cited the strength of the Pound as the primary reason for their support.
  • 60% of readers believed that the UK's decision to opt out of the euro was the correct choice.

Sources:

  • "Toyota told suppliers to bill them in euros saying they were suffering losses. But two other big Japanese investors here are happy we use the Pound."

+ The Sunday Times

  • "Honda are to double car output and computer firm NEC's boss says Britain is the best place to be."

+ The Sunday Times

  • "NEC boss Koji Nishigaki has fatally nailed shut the coffin of the euro with his pledge to back Britain with us outside the single currency."

+ Mrs G Blackstone, Dudley, West Midlands

  • "Honda are to double their UK production is a sign of things to come."

+ Neil Gibson, Hedge End, Hants

  • "SO Toyota are to force the euro on suppliers?"

+ Steve Pearse, Worthing, West Sussex

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