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Why can't Mercedes just cut costs?
In Germany, workers have a strong legal right to co-determination, meaning they must be consulted and agree on major decisions like labour expense reductions. This isn't just a negotiation; it's a legal requirement for companies like Mercedes-Benz, giving employee representatives significant power to block changes they disagree with.
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