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SEPTEMBER 2022 EDITION
EUROPE AUTOMOTIVE
Southeast Asia Hopes to Become the World’s Next EV Hub

Why APEC Should Transition to Electric Cars Sooner Rather than Later

China Says Licences Needed for Mapping by ‘Smart Cars’

India: Electric vehicle charging - the next big opportunity

China August auto sales up

India's auto industry left waiting to take the highway with dismal August sales
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Andrew Molinsky, Professor of Organizational Behavior and Management at Brandeis University’s International Business School. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, among others. Andy was awarded as a Top Voice for LinkedIn for his work in education. His first book, Global Dexterity (Harvard Business Review Press), received the Axiom Award (Silver Medal) for Best Business Book in International Business & Globalization and has been used widely in organizations around the world. He teaches, consults, and lectures widely to university and corporate audiences.
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EUROPE AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Sharp spike in number of accidents in India's automotive supply chain in fiscal 2022 as factory output rises

BYD’s Thailand Factory Plan Underscores How China’s EV Industry Is Going Global

Can Indonesia’s electric car, battery sector have a smooth ride beyond China?

Financing for Indonesia’s first EV battery plant marks a landmark development for the region

Will Malaysia Still Lead The Electric Vehicle Charge In The Southeast Asian Region?

Singapore: Director of car companies who cheated banks gets jail in S$14m trade financing case

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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
India Stays Wary of US Initiative to Bolster Asia Trade

How China’s strict Covid policies led to supply chain bottlenecks

South-east Asian ports record more action ahead of peak season

Why India needs to streamline logistics sector?

APEC: Keeping up with Trade Costs: How to keep it down?

Maersk Asia Pacific market update (August 2022)

Indonesia: Ratification of Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (RCEP)

Tracking Southeast Asia’s thriving ecommerce logistics

Uzbek INSTC Routes To Europe & South Asia Given A Logistics Boost

Bank exodus leaves Asian shipping squeezed for financing options
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
Metaverse on the rise - Updates on trademark examination practice in the United States and Vietnam

China Co-Development and Design Patents

Hong Kong: The Merger Control Review

The Death of Hong Kong Arbitration

First-half M&A deals in China drop to 8-year low

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Malaysia: Further updates regarding taxation of foreign-sourced income
RECORDED WEBINAR

LEVERAGING MEXICO TO REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIERS
Because of US/China tariffs, high logistics costs from Asia, Covid, power outages in China, growing Chinese costs and other reasons, automotive suppliers are diversifying their global supply chain and manufacturing into Mexico ...

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GLOBAL M&A OPPORTUNITIES | DEALS AVAILABLE

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Plastic-Injection Molding Supplier
  • USA: Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals, Composite Wood Products Manufacturer
  • TURKEY: Plastics Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • Mexico aluminum injection parts manufacturer
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational 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

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.
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HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Singapore enhances work pass framework to attract top talent

Employee mental health and burnout in Asia: A time to act

Thailand: New long-term resident visas provide economic and investment stimulus

Asia Pacific workers indicate Great Resignation is to be continued

Drawing Inspiration from Stories in Asia Pacific: Training 1 Million Women and Girls in the Region

Hong Kong: Government announces cuts to quarantine measures for inbound travelers

The right policies can protect the workers of Asia and the Pacific

Malaysia: Deferred implementation date for amendments to the Employment Act 1955
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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
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