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June 2021 edition

CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
EXCLUSIVE Apple in talks with CATL, BYD over battery supplies for its electric car

The Electric-Car Lesson That China Is Serving Up for America

China’s electric vehicle makers are shifting toward customers who prefer ‘tech, digital experience’

EXCLUSIVE As China plans new rules, global automakers move to store car data locally

China's passenger car sales in May rise 1% from year earlier

China’s Dual-Credit Scheme for Carmakers

"INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK"
The latest Audio Interview features Daron Gifford. Mr. Gifford is Partner, Strategy Consulting Services Leader, Automotive Industry Leader, and Commercial Due Diligence Services Leader for Plante Moran. Mr. Gifford is also one of the automotive industry’s leading experts.
Listen to Daron Gifford Interview here
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

China clamps down on auto data collection by Tesla and others

China’s Horizon says it’s now producing a Level 4 autonomous-vehicle semiconductor

Tesla's Battery Supplier CATL Plans to Build a Major EV Battery Factory in China

Chinese EV Maker Leaves Tesla In The Dust

Embattled Chinese Property Tycoon Turns to Electric Cars. Cue $87 Billion Valuation.

The coming US-China race over 5G in cars

Tesla's China-made vehicle sales surge 29% in May - auto association

First 100 BYD Tang SUVs set sail for Norway

China's Wuxi exchange plans to launch lithium contract as soon as July - sources

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Phillip Korovesis. Mr. Korovesis is a shareholder with Butzel Long and is based in their Detroit office. He is a Litigation Practice Group Leader and also serves as the Chair of the Firm’s Trade Secret and Non-Compete Specialty Team which focuses on trade secret, non-compete and business tort litigation.
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This Interview features Philippe Thegner. Mr. Thegner is Senior Advisor at the Strategic and Investment Advisory firm Automobility, and is Chairman of the Automotive Aftermarket Supplier Association’s China Aftermarket Forum, the main aftermarket supplier association in China since 2014, acting as Chairman since 2018.
Listen to Philippe Thegner Interview here
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MEXICO INDUSTRIAL BUILDING FOR LEASE: "Ideal for BMW Suppliers"
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

China’s Supply Chain Frontliners Bear Brunt of Surging Costs

How China still controls the global supply chains

Supply Chain News: China Seeing Results from Creation of Manganese Cartel

China monopolizing rare earth supply chain, using it as tool for coercion

China’s manufacturers braced for drop in orders as coronavirus outbreak snarls-up southern shipping hubs

Total Telecom: China is taking lead in 28nm and 14nm chip production to address the chip shortage

Supply-chain restrictions on China actually hurt American companies

Mapping China’s Tech Giants: Covid-19, supply chains and strategic competition

China trade: imports grow at fastest pace in a decade as trade surge continues

China Steel-Price Rally to Wane, but Prices to Stay High; Industry Leaders Benefit Most

OEMs & SUPPLIERS: VISIBILITY INTO YOUR SUPPLY CHAIN & OPERATIONS
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MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

Manufacturing could return to China, as Covid cases spike in India and Vietnam

China's factory activity grows at slightly slower pace as raw materials costs surge

Inflation scissors its way into China manufacturing

An Indian manufacturer of audio products is beating its Chinese rivals by manufacturing in China

China's Manufacturing Rebound is Leveling Off

China's manufacturing hub Guangzhou locks down 2 areas as cluster grows

GLOBAL M&A, JOINT VENTURES, FUNDING

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  • 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
  • CZECH REP: Aircraft Manufacturer
  • OMAN: Steel Wire Manufacturer

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  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
  • Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Time for CFOs to spark up relationships in China

Senate Could Pass Wide-Ranging China Bill. What It Means for Investors.

In brief: the legal framework for public M&A in China

China debt: has it changed in 2021 and how big is it now?

China says G20 should be practical about corporate taxes

Credit Impact of Higher Input Costs Varies for China Corporates

China's legislature to examine anti-foreign sanction draft law - state TV

This Interview “As Global Travel Returns to Auto Industry: Protecting You, Your Family, and Employees” features Allen C. Koski. Mr. Koski is President of Insured Nomads, the first insurtech in global benefits. Previously Allen was a Senior Vice President at United Healthcare Global and prior to that instrumental in the growth and development of Cigna Global in roles that ranged across sales and sales leadership.
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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

China To Revise Its “Green Card” Rules: Newly Released Draft On Regulations On The Administration Of Foreigners’ Permanent Residence

China's new 'tang ping' trend aims to highlight pressures of work culture

China’s aging population will be a ‘big shock’ to the global supply chain, says economist

China's economy needs workers but its three-child policy may not fix the problem

Expats in China rate quality of life as low but say it’s good for their careers

Chinese Embassies Vaccinating Chinese Expatriates for Free

An expat exodus is looming fast as Hong Kong’s allure fades

INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE & SECURITY
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EVENTS

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

EXPO - VIRTUAL TRADE SHOW (June 21-24): By Uludag (Turkey) Automotive Industry Exporters' Association (OIB)
"Auto Expo Turkey 2021"
To learn more or to register to attend, visit here.


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