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LATINtalk eJournal - April 2018 edition

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LATIN AMERICA AUTOMOTIVE

US lowers NAFTA key auto content demand

Mexico awaits details of plan to bring auto engines to U.S., officials say

As China ties up global lithium, Asian rivals must bet big on South America

Brazil Trucks a Significant Source of Upside - April 2018 (download report)

Nissan: 80% Of Latin Americans Open To Buying An Electric Vehicle

Brazilian Auto Industry Awaits Word on Incentives

Thunderbird class starts June 4 - details here

(U.S.) Auto imports from Mexico climb as NAFTA negotiators appear close to new agreement

Mexico auto exports rise 7.5 pct in March, output falls-trade group

Mexico auto sector down but still kicking

U.S. explores including wage factor in NAFTA auto rules: sources

Industry 4.0: Daimler Trucks revolutionises truck production in Brazil

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

SUPPLY CHAIN, TRADE & NAFTA

Mexico Customs, A Quick Update

The Unintended Consequences Of Starting A Trade War With Mexico

NAFTA meeting on tap; Mexico doesn't want to be used to elude U.S. tariffs

US, Mexico and Canada hasten NAFTA talks as elections loom: Pena Nieto

New container services target Mexico-Asia volume growth

Donald Trump to urge Latin America to look to US, not China, on trade, says official

2018 Guide to Software Outsourcing in Latin America

What Mexico wants from NAFTA talks

Cancelling new Mexico airport would cost $6.6 billion: company CEO

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MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

Why Mexico's Manufacturing PMI Fell in February 2018

Strong demand lifts Brazil March manufacturing activity

Mexico finance ministry holds 2018 growth outlook, sees stronger 2019

WEF Latin America: New challenges emerge as region rises from recession

March inflation in Brazil almost flat at 0.09%; Selic rate expected to be cut 25 extra points in May

Doing Business in Brazil

Mexico's Election Could Leave Its Economy in Limbo - No Matter Who Wins

As Elections Near, Can Brazil Keep Control of Inflation?

Chile could become Latin America's first developed country by 2025

The Economist on Uruguay: some serious shortfalls

The Economist: Uruguay less dependent on Argentina, Brazil

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

TAX, FINANCE & LEGAL

Brazil: Court Rules Stock Options Taxable

The Mexican peso has been the strongest currency this year

Brazil: Court Rejects Taxation of Company Rewards for Employees

VAT, income tax greatest evasions in Mexico

FCPA for Latin America

Thunderbird class starts May 7, details here

Brazil: Updated technical guidance for FATCA, common reporting standard regimes

Brazilians back in the M&A game as rates fall, economy rebounds

Lula's woes deepen as Brazil's IPO market ramps up again

Argentina central bank keeps benchmark interest rate at 27.75%

Latin American banks hone socially responsible lending policies

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

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HR and TALENT MANAGEMENT

How to stay safe when traveling to Mexico

Brazil: Labor Courts Set Norms for Non-Compete Clauses

Securing Labor Rights in Mexico Fundamental to NAFTA Reform

Brazil's unemployment stubbornly remains above 12%

Living & Working in Brazil

Informal Sector Employment Becomes Obstacle for Brazil's GDP in 2018

US-KOREAN BUSINESS SUMMIT

KOTRA is hosting "US-Korea Business Summit 2018", May 24, at DETROIT'S Little Caesars Arena in partnership with the MEDC and DEGC.

The Event is multifaceted extending platform to OEM and OES Expo, Investment/Startup Pitch Session and Tech Job Fair.

The Summit will highlight automotive and aerospace industry trends. The focus is on the future of the global automotive industry that is driven by connected, autonomous, shared and electric based technologies.

The Summit is an opportunity to establish and enhance key bilateral industry partnerships that will support the growth of trade and investment ties between the two countries.

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