Ex-Nissan boss faces more time in custody as bail denied (BBC)

A Tokyo court has rejected Carlos Ghosn’s latest request for bail, despite his promise to wear an electronic tag to secure his release.

The former Nissan boss has been in detention since 19 November on allegations of financial misconduct.

Lawyers for Mr Ghosn, who denies any wrongdoing, have said he could remain in custody for months.

Though bail is rarely granted in Japan without a confession, the length of his detention has drawn some criticism. Read more

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