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September 2021 edition

ASIA AUTOMOTIVE
Apple looking to Korea and Japan for 'Apple Car,' plans 2024 launch

How China and Japan are Competing Over Indonesia’s Car Industry

KPMG China Leading Autotech 50 - 4th Edition

Indian auto parts maker plans 10 GWh lithium-ion battery fab

Japanese automakers' China car sales tumbled in August

South Korean Automakers Strike-free This Year

China roundup: Beijing takes aim at algorithms, Xiaomi automates electric cars
"INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK"
The latest Audio Interview features Nabeel A Khan. Mr. Khan is Founding Editor of ETAuto.com, part of The Economic Times of India. ETAuto.com is India’s largest platform for gaining knowledge, information and data about the Indian automotive industry and its policies. Nabeel is a well-recognized name in the global automotive industry and has been frequently quoted in global leading media. In the past, he has written extensively on economy, policies, Indian politics, and corporates.
Listen to Nabeel A Khan Interview here
ASIA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

This Southeast Asian country’s COVID surge may worsen the car chip shortage

China set to sell 1.7 million NEVs between Jan-Aug, nearly tripling on-year

Semiconductor shortage limits India’s auto steel demand

Renault Amplifies Automotive Business in China & South Korea

S Korea and Kazakhstan to strengthen cooperation in automotive, resource area

Warren Buffett-backed electric carmaker BYD sees August sales surge more than 300%

Special Report: How the Chinese tycoon driving Volvo plans to tackle Tesla
India revamps incentives for autos to boost EVs, hydrogen fuel cells -sources

India EV Day Special: EV sales set to grow fast, can charging network keep pace?

India: Import duty cut on EVs not to hurt domestic players, but can boost FDI
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Diane Moore. Ms. Moore is Senior Manager, Global Employer Services – Expatriate Taxation – with BDO. Diane has more than 25 years of experience in tax consulting, including 3 years with a Big Four firm, and 12 years of experience in the field of expatriate taxation. She has globally coordinated all types of engagements and service offerings ranging from start ups through middle market and including Fortune 500 clients with large global mobility programs.
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This Interview features Krishna Barad. Mr. Barad is Partner with the Indirect Tax practice of BDO India, with a special focus on Customs & International Trade. He has over 27 years of experience in Customs, Foreign Trade Policy, International Trade, Shipping & Logistics related matters.
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

Opinion: COVID-19 is causing yet another shipping bottleneck in China, driving container rates through the roof

Surging Covid-19 Cases Hammer Asian Factories

How harsh are China’s COVID restrictions? A single infection closed the world’s third-busiest port

COVID surge in Southeast Asia disrupts global supply chains

Asia Pacific Supply Chains Remain Resilient, but COVID-19 Resulting in a Broader Rethink, says new Citi-EIU Report

Asia’s appetite for logistics property has room to grow

Japanese companies check supply chains for human rights abuses

Major Vietnam Logistics Port Facility Breaks Ground

North Asia-to-South America container rates set records with first assessment
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MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

Manufacturing in China: Control your Molds

India Insight: Elbows out on world’s factory floor

Southeast Asia roundup: Electronics manufacturing in Vietnam thrives; IC manufacturing in Malaysia disrupted

Japan's factory mood hits 3-1/2-year high - Reuters Tankan

India overtakes US to become second-most sought-after manufacturing destination

China Economic Monitor: Q3 2021

Malaysia must push for attracting FDI, especially from EU, says ASEAN-BAC Malaysia

Asia’s race to net-zero: China

Indian economic growth accelerates, tempering the impact of the second wave
GLOBAL M&A: COMPANIES FOR SALE & LOOKING TO BUY

FOR SALE:
  • TURKEY: Plastic Based OEM Spare Parts Producer
  • CHINA: Rubber Spare Parts Automotive Manufacturer
  • USA: Auto Spare Parts Supplier
  • INDIA: Automotive Supplier
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier
  • USA: Machine Shop (1)
  • USA: Machine Shop (2)
  • CZECH REP: Aircraft Manufacturer
  • OMAN: Steel Wire Manufacturer

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • U.S.-based Automotive Company
  • 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

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A page here.
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

China Laws as Written Versus China Laws in Real Life

Japan considers extending tax breaks for investment in startups

Thailand: Significant regulatory change for service providers on storing computer traffic data

Hong Kong: Protecting personal information of your company directors and secretaries

Reviewing China Contracts

Asia-Pacific M&A By the Numbers: Q2 2021

Foreign Banks in Japan Survey 2021

Vietnam: Proposed regulations on mandatory product recycling under new draft decree implementing the new law on environmental protection

Singapore: Product recall/liability alert

Amended Japan-Switzerland Tax Treaty

Malaysia: Ten key changes to the AIAC Arbitration Rules
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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Taiwan: Government issues first guidelines on work from home – What employers need to know

Why Third Party Hiring Agencies and PEOs Seldom Work for China

Vietnam immigration and mobility during COVID-19: Shortened quarantine period for people who have received sufficient doses of COVID-19 vaccine

China steps in to regulate brutal '996' work culture

KPMG in India’s returning women’s programme

Singapore: Policies announced to support the Singapore workforce, deter nationality discrimination

Japan's July jobless rate falls to 2.8%; down for 2nd straight month
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND TRAVEL INSURANCE & SECURITY
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EVENTS

WEBINAR (September 9): By DLA Piper
"APAC Employment Webinar"
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WEBINAR (September 13-17): By INFORMA
"Automotive Tech Week: Europe"
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CONFERENCE (October 14-15): By MexicoNow (in-person and virtual)
"USMCA Automotive Industry Summit"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

WEBINAR (recorded December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow
"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"
To watch video webinar, visit here.

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