Japan's Brexit Warning for U.K., European Union

The transcript discusses a 15-page letter from the Japanese government to the UK, addressing concerns about Brexit's impact on Japanese businesses in the UK. The letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining strong trade relationships and minimizing negative effects on investments. Japanese businesses have created significant employment in the UK, and half of Japan's EU investments are in the UK. The letter outlines criteria for trade and customs, highlighting uncertainty about future trade conditions. The discussion also touches on the potential outcomes of Brexit, including soft and hard Brexit scenarios, and their implications for Japanese investments.

What was the main message from the Japanese government regarding the UK's relationship with the EU?

How many jobs have Japanese businesses created in Europe, and what is the significance of this for the UK?

Discuss the potential risks mentioned in the message from the Japanese government about investment in the UK.

What are the criteria that the Japanese government wants the UK government to meet post-Brexit?

What concerns do Japanese car companies have regarding Brexit, and what type of Brexit do they prefer?