APRIL 2026 EDITION

ASIA: AUTOMOTIVE

US Blocks Chinese EVs from Entering America via Canada, Citing Security Risks


Tesla Aims to Become Top Imported Car Brand in Japan by 2027


Asia's EVolution: China's growing electric car pains offer lessons for the region and beyond


Why West Asia war is turning out to be a perfect storm for India's auto industry


Volkswagen charts new ASEAN logistics strategy


Japan’s mighty carmakers are in serious trouble


Mideast conflict rattles Japan's auto industry


The Famous South Korean Car Brand That Couldn't Cut It In America


THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW

"Trade Deals, New Roads: How EU and U.S. FTAs Could Redefine India’s Auto Future"


with Ravi Bhatia, President of JATO Dynamics India


 

This Interview with Ron Hesse features Ravi Bhatia, President and Board member of JATO Dynamics India. He is a senior Industry leader with more than 20 years experience in the automotive industry and has worked with leading OEMs like Maruti Suzuki and FIAT Chrysler across various functions like Product Planning, Sales, Dealer Development and Strategy. He has a deep understanding of the industry and is a keen observer of commercial and technical forces reshaping and transforming the industry ...

ASIA: AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

The Future of Automotive Hub in Thailand


Indian Passenger Vehicle Retail Sales Up 26.1% in March 2026


India – Automotive Production in 2026 by OEM, Vehicle Type


China’s Passenger Vehicle Exports in Jan–Feb 2026


China’s Passenger Car Sales Fall 16% YoY in First Three Weeks of March; NEV Penetration Tops 50%


Asia EV Supply Chain Expansion: The Great Trade Realignment


Thailand’s EV and Automotive Future


India’s Semiconductor Design and Manufacturing Ecosystem in 2026



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Karnataka plans EV charging stations every 60–70 km on state highways


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ASIA: SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

China’s New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor: Implications for Supply Chains and ASEAN Connectivity


How India’s 2026 E-commerce Export Reforms Benefit Exporters and MSMEs


Vietnam’s New Logistics Service Strategy: Market Reality and Investment Opportunities


Ho Chi Minh City Strengthens Cambodia Trade Links via Major Transport Projects


Middle East Crisis Forces Air Cargo Re-routes as Asia-Europe Rates Jump


Update to Asia-Europe Network 2026


Asia Trade Outlook 2026: Growth Drivers and Opportunities


5 Logistics Trends Reshaping Asia in 2026


China-Europe Rail Freight Surges by 25% in January and February


Vietnam and China Lay the Tracks for Deeper Trade Connectivity



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ASIA: FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Global Minimum Tax in Hong Kong


Hong Kong’s Evolving Double Tax Agreement Network


India’s Union Budget 2026–27: Manufacturing Push, Tax Reform, and Investment Facilitation


How India’s New Labor Codes Will Reshape M&A Transactions in 2026


Mergers and Acquisitions in Vietnam


Global Minimum Tax in Vietnam


Singapore: Budget 2026 — Key Tax Updates


China: Tax Updates – VAT Law Implementation Rules


Singapore Budget 2026 – The KPMG Clarity Brief


Successful Sellers: Divestiture Insights and Outlook for Asia Pacific in 2026


2026 Asia Pacific Financial Services Regulatory Outlook


Asia Banking and Capital Markets M&A 2026: Go Big or Get Left Behind


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ASIA: MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

China Manufacturing Tracker 2026


China’s Economy in 2026 Rebounds on Back of Trade, Tech


India Manufacturing Tracker 2026


Semiconductor Industry in India: Incentives and Key Players


Vietnam Manufacturing Tracker: As of April 2026


Manufacturing in Vietnam: Regional Clusters and Site Selection for Production Expansion


Korea’s New AI Basic Act: Characteristics and Significance


Asia’s AI Era


The Great Trade Realignment: Asia Rising


The 2026 Mantra for Asia Pacific CEOs


Asian Economic Integration Report 2026


DHL Asia Trade Outlook 2026: Growth Drivers and Opportunities


Shift from Emerging to Pivotal: India in the New Geoeconomic Order


Tapping into Vietnam’s High-Value Growth Ambition in 2026



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ASIA: HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Labor Compliance in China 2026: Enforcement Trends and Documentation Risks


Foreigner’s Work Permit in China: 2026 Updates


India Labor Codes 2026: One Central Registration for Employers


Remote Work, WFH Laws in India: Employer Compliance Essentials


Vietnam’s Labor Market in 2026: Hiring Hotspots and Talent Shifts


Managing Vietnamese Teams: Decoding Culture to Build Trust, Performance and Long-Term Engagement


Singapore Hiring Slows as Business Optimism Dips Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty


Future of Work in Asia Pacific


Are Skills Defining Success in Singapore’s 2026 Workforce?


Rethinking Payroll Under India’s Income Tax Rules 2026


Chinese New Year 2026: Workforce Planning and Business Continuity


The Great Workforce Reset: How Will Southeast Asia Fare in 2026?


Trust, Talent and Technology: HR Leaders to Convene for CHRO Series Hong Kong 2026


At TechHR Singapore 2026, Pushkar Bidwai Urges a Shift to Maverick Leadership in the Age of AI


Revised Employee Termination Rules in India


Labor Trends and Risk Management in China 2026


Raising the Bar for Work in the Philippines: Why 2026 Will Be Defining for HR Leadership


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