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APRIL 2022 edition

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Go-to-Market Strategy for the North American Automotive Industry

The latest Audio Interview “Go-to-Market Strategy for the North American Automotive Industry” features Ivy Lewis. Ms. Lewis has over 15 years experience in Program management and Strategy development in the Automotive Industry. She has successfully deployed agile transformation, ...

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Setting up and Running Successful Manufacturing Operations in India

This Interview features Ramesh S Visvanathan. Mr. Visvanathan, with 30+ years of diverse corporate and business solutions driven experience, and has been pivotal in resolving complex issues in national and global organizations. He is Founder and Managing ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS - PODCASTS

Listen to over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more:

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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

More than 30% of companies in India, China highly vulnerable to risks of Russia-Ukraine conflict: Moody's

Another China lockdown jeopardizes electronics, auto supply chains

Integrating into the regional industrial chain could boost India's auto parts industry

Industry 4.0 – Driving India to a $5 Trillion Economy: Transforming the Logistics Industry in India (download white paper)

China exports HRC aggressively to Asia amid slowdown in Shanghai automotive demand

Half of Apple suppliers in China are at risk of a ‘complete halt’.

Economic concerns mount amid seasonal Asia-North Europe rate drop

Asia-US jet fuel flows improve on rising air travel, face freight-related headwinds

Value of China-Vietnam cross-border freight trains more than triples in Q1, a stable supply chain for ASEAN

RECORDED WEBINARS

MOVING YOUR MANUFACTURING FROM CHINA TO MEXICO

Want to know more about what moving your manufacturing from China to Mexico really involves? If you do, watch this webinar that will focus on exactly that ...

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SOURCING TO MEXICO

Reduce costs and shorten supply chains in North America. Perfect for both Aftermarket and OE suppliers! Learn the 5-step process for sourcing to Mexico, along with lessons learned from recent Mexico sourcing projects ...

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

China outbound M&A report part three: opportunities on the horizon

Vietnam Reduces VAT Rate, Businesses Allowed to Claim CIT Deductions

Can Sustainable Finance Make a Difference in Southeast Asia?

The rise of supply chain finance enabling to bring rural India into the mainstream economy

Singapore: Virtual cross-border mediation successfully progresses parties towards a resolution in long-standing trade mark dispute

Practice and developments for investing in Taiwan

China: Tax update | March 2022

Japan: Corporate and Tax Quarterly Update

GLOBAL M&A & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

FOR SALE:

AUSTRALIA: Automotive Aftermarket Accessories Business
TURKEY: Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
USA: Automotive and Aftermarket Manufacturer - SOLD
VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
INDIA: Automotive Supplier - SOLD
USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:

U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
OEM Parts Manufacturer
Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:

SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.

MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

South Korean Companies in China Considering Relocation

A 50-year-old mining giant with no chip experience is an unlikely contender in India’s race for semiconductor independence

Vietnam on way to become new global manufacturing hub

China Holds Only 4% of Global IC Market Share

Covid Surge in China Sparks Fears of a Beijing Lockdown

China Wants to Reopen Factories After Covid-19 Lockdowns. It Isn’t That Easy.

Earth Day Reflection: Is ASEAN on track to sustainable manufacturing?

Vietnam’s Economy in Q1 Expands, but Supply Chain, Inflation Pose Challenges

HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Travel ban lifted for GM Korea CEO

Asia-Pacific is seeing a hiring boom in automotive industry IoT roles

Many factory workers in Shanghai can’t get back to work, even after Covid controls ease

SURVEY: 85% of Shanghai Expats Rethinking Their Future in China

China's pursuit of zero Covid driving expats away

Korea: Unionized HMG Workers Making Hard-line Demands

China: Employment law update | March 2022

Singapore: White Paper On Singapore Women's Development proposes anti-discrimination laws, guidelines on flexible work

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND SECURITY

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EVENTS

LIVE WEBINAR SERIES (April 7 and May 12): By Baker McKenzie

"Asia Pacific Customs Conference"

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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (June 8 - 9): by WardsAuto, TU Auto and Wards Intelligence

"AutoTech: Detroit" and "Interiors & UX Conference" in Novi, Michigan

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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (July 13 & 14, 2022): By MexicoNow

"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit" in Leon, Mexico

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RECORDED WEBINAR (held Feb. 22): By AmCham

"State of China Auto Market Briefing"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX

"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow

"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken

"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"

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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 16, 2022): By APD

"Sourcing to Mexico"

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