In defense of Hiroto Saikawa

NISSAN-SAIKAWA rtrs web.jpg — Saikawa did not intentionally try to game the system, according to Nissan, and has said he will pay back the excess gains. (Reuters)

September 14, 2019 08:31 AM

TOKYO – Here’s an unpopular opinion that’s hardly being voiced but needs to be heard amid the seemingly ceaseless swirl of scandal engulfing beleaguered Nissan.

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