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August 2020 edition
ASIA AUTOMOTIVE
China auto sales expected to rise 15% in July: industry body

The Japanese Automobile Industry Is Taking Next Steps for Cybersecurity Collaboration

An Assessment of Japanese Automakers’ Impact & Activity in the United States

July 2020 car, bike, scooter sales: Indian auto industry shows strong signs of recovery

Japan new car sales fall 13.7% in July, at slower pace amid pandemic

Singapore is the globe's top country for autonomous driving
"Autonomous Vehicles Fundamentals" Online Course
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Mirko Woitzik. Mr. Woitzik is Manager EMEA, Risk Intelligence at DHL – Resilience360, and based in Germany. He is also the author of the report on ‘research showing the impact of COVID-19 on EMEA Automotive Industry.
Listen to Mirko Woitzik Interview here
ASIA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

China's Baidu Announces That the World's First Autonomous Driving Compute Unit is Ready for Production

How Fast Is China’s Demand For Autonomous Driving Technology Growing?

Connected cars and OEM outlook in India - (Jul 2020)

Indian Electric Vehicle segment might continue to draw investments - (Jun 2020)

Elon Musk hints at new Tesla factory in Asia — but not in China

Wired for profit: How an obscure Japanese auto supplier is riding out the pandemic
"Connected Vehicle Professional Certification" Online Course
Indian parts makers gain as auto cos look outside China

Opinion: The Indian EV Policy Puzzle

India: Chinese carmaker’s bid for government EV tender faces hurdle
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Audio Interview features Brodie Cobb. Mr. Cobb is Founder and CEO of San Francisco-based The Presidio Group, a private investment bank engaged primarily in mergers and acquisition and fund raising for automotive dealerships and auto retail services firms. The Presidio Group has collectively done 190 transactions worth more than $10 billion.
Listen to Brodie Cobb Interview here
This Audio Interview features Cynthia Hutchinson, Vice President of Michigan-based Automation Alley. Ms. Hutchinson is responsible for managing the nonprofit association’s membership portfolio of 1,000-plus technology and manufacturing businesses across Michigan, enhancing the overall member experience and helping members succeed during the digital transformation known as Industry 4.0.
Listen to Cynthia Hutchinson Interview here
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SUPPY CHAIN AND TRADE
With eye on China, India looks to increase barriers on imports from Asia

EU-Vietnam trade agreement enters into force

Why the evolution of supply chains is picking up speed in Asia-Pacific

Chinese enterprises ramp up digital procurement

Paper: Japan needs to diversify supply chains

Logistics Services Race Intensifies In ASEAN

Singapore firms plan to invest in supply chain digitisation, lean into intra-regional partners: HSBC

Modest gains expected from upcoming Cambodia-China free trade agreement
Download report: "Covid-19: Challenges in the Automotive Industry Amid Factory Restarts in Europe"
"Intelligent Transportation Fundamentals" Online Course

Listen to over 30 Interviews on global supply chain and purchasing related topics.
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PRIVATE WEBINAR SERIES
"Managing Upcoming Volatilities in the Global Automotive Supply Chain:
Taming the Bullwhip Together"
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Audio Interviews:
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MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY
Japan reveals 87 projects eligible for 'China exit' subsidies

India to offer production linked incentives to boost manufacturing

Advantage India: Your next manufacturing destination

Vietnam’s outlook is ‘one of the brightest’ in Asia, UBS says

China factory activity expands at fastest pace in nearly a decade: Caixin PMI

South Korea's Factory Activity Shrinks for Seventh Month but Recovery in Sight-PMI

China’s economy is recovering. That’s good news for Southeast Asia

India readies for digital manufacturing

Singapore factory activity gauge jumps back into expansion territory

Apple's iPhone contract manufacturer to shift 6 production lines from China to India
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
India: Automotive industry transformation - a transfer pricing perspective (download 20-page report)

How to Stop China Counterfeits: Register Your China IP with China Customs

COVID-19 accelerates Indian container trade digitalization

GAR - The Asia-Pacific Arbitration Review 2021 - Third Party Funding in the Asia-Pacific

Doing Business in China 2020 - download guide

Deals in India: Mid-year review and outlook for 2020 – pause and consolidation

China Updates its Negative Lists, Dropping Restricted Categories by Nearly 25%

Credit funds and private debt in Asia Pacific - A markets and tax tour around the region
12th Annual Powertrain Strategies for the 21st Century Conference:
"What Are the Tipping Points for EVs?”

Virtual Event was held July 15 & 16, 2020 - you can now get access to the recorded presentations!
$200 registration fee to access recorded Event.

Aisin, Escalent, and CARB Joined Toyota, EPA, BCG, LG Economic Research, and Automotive Futures Researchers To Discuss EV Tipping Points
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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Japan to let some foreign residents back into country in August

India's workforce is ready and willing for a manufacturing drive

China Employee Layoffs and Salary Reductions: An Admittedly Warped View

Asia Pacific Employment & Compensation Quarterly Update - Quarter 2: 2020

A robot can do that: Job listing for simple labor drops 30% in Japan

Amidst COVID-19, China's Two Sessions give priority to stabilising employment and ensuring living standards in 2020

Hong Kong expats agonize over UK visa offer

China starts taxing its citizens' global income for the first time

Listen to over 30 Interviews on international HR related topics.
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This Audio Interview features Chris Bowers, Managing Director of UK-based CMB Automotive Marketing Ltd., and a global automotive marketing and communications expert.
Listen to Chris Bowers Interview here
EVENTS
PRIVATE WEBINAR SERIES by Involvation and Flostock
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"Managing Upcoming Volatilities in the Global Automotive Supply Chain: Taming the Bullwhip Together” for automotive suppliers with revenues of $50+M
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RECORDED VIRTUAL CONFERENCE (held July 15 & 16): by Automotive Futures & Univ. of Michigan
“12th Annual Powertrain Strategies for the 21st Century Conference: What Are the Tipping Points for EVs?”
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WEBINAR (recorded)
"Asia Pacific Employment and Compensation Webinars"
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VIRTUAL SUMMIT 2020 (August 5): by ETAuto
"Smart Factory: Factory Automation & Re-Aligning Human Resources"
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VIRTUAL CONFERENCE (August 18-20): by TU-Automotive, WardsAuto, Wards Intelligence
"Summer Festival of Automotive"
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SUMMIT (August 12) by MEXICONOW
"Mexico's Manufacturing Supply Chain Summit"
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VIRTUAL SUMMIT (November 11-13) by Reuters Events
"Automotive Summit & Exhibition"
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SUMMIT (December 9-10) by MEXICONOW
"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit"
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