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The EUROtalk eJournal - November 2012

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> Europe automotive...
> Europe main articles...
> Europe additional automotive articles...
> Europe "doing business in ...
> Audio Interview Series: "Negotiating with the Chinese" with Andrew Hupert...
> Audio Interview Series: "Manufacturing in Mexico" with Alberto Villarreal...
> Europe additional articles...
> NEW RELEASES: recorded On-Demand Seminar...
> Europe update: global headline articles...
> Recorded On-Demand Seminars...
> Western Europe Light Vehicle Assembly Locations Map...
> Taxation of international executives: Guides for Germany, UK, Switzerland, Russia and Turkey...
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Europe automotive - headline articles
  
New Pain Ahead For EU Automakers
The extent of the European car industry's troubles was laid bare Wednesday, when France's government tossed a financial lifeline to the continent's No. 2 automaker, Peugeot Citroen, and Ford said it would shut a plant in Belgium, cutting 9,500 jobs.

EU: Crisis in auto industry today, maintaining the lead in skills and innovation tomorrow
The CEOs of four of Europe's automobile manufacturers, European Commissioners and MEPs came together to discuss 'Innovation for Europe, Skills for the Future' with 40 young Europeans. This debate was held in the ...

EU: Car supplier M&A still robust
Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity among global automotive suppliers is expected to remain high for at least five years, with European suppliers the most attractive targets as they struggle with the region's debt crisis, says a ...

Europe main articles 
  
Europe's Manufacturing Downturn Is Only Getting Worse
Markit just published the Euro area's October manufacturing PMI reports as its stock markets open for Friday trading. The decline of the Spanish, Italian, and German manufacturing sectors accelerated in October.

Asia is of growing importance for German trade
For Germany's automotive, engineering and chemical industries, Asia is a vital market. Just how important is being discussed at the Asia Pacific Conference of German Business. Despite globalization, German companies still do most of their ...

RUSSIA: Top 7 HR Trends - Lawyers' Perspective
In this article we would like to draw attention to the main HR trends from the standpoint of labor lawyers. This includes changes or proposed changes to labor and employment laws, as well as HR practices that are raising important legal questions.

Downturn in UK manufacturing deepens but global export markets still offer a glimmer of hope

Euro-Zone Unemployment Higher than Ever Before

Additional Europe automotive articles
 
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Europe "doing business in ..." articles

  
Negotiating a Russian Deal
Negotiating is an art, not a science. There is never one "right" way to negotiate. When it comes to Russian deals, a general rule of thumb is to be patient, keep your cool but always remain firm and consistent in your approach and tactics.    Read on

Developing a Market Entry Strategy for Central & Eastern Europe
Central & Eastern Europe is among the world's most dynamic regions. CEE countries are solidifying their transition to market economies and many have become EU members. The region's growing number of middle-income consumers, attractive labour mark ...   Read on

How to Invest in Russia - 2012 Guide

Investment in Turkey 2012 (guide)

Developing a Market Entry Strategy for Poland
 
Audio Interview Series: "Negotiating with the Chinese" with Andrew Hupert

  
Andrew Hupert, NYU Professor, negotiations expert and author of "The Fragile Bridge", conducts a candid 20 minute interview for GlobalBusinessProfessor giving tips and insights for negotiating with the Chinese: what to expect and what they expect in return. Access it for free, simply click here.
 
Audio Interview Series: "Manufacturing in Mexico" with Alberto Villarreal

  
In this segment, Alysha Webb talks with Alberto Villarreal, from American Industries Group, about the economic and logistical advantages of off-shoring manufacturing operations in Mexico.  Access is for free, simply click here.
 
Europe - additional articles

  
To read the following articles, please click here.

Investment in Poland - 2012 Edition (guide)

Monster Employment Index Europe Declines 3% Year-Over-Year

Europe to blame for UK manufacturing downturn

Eurozone forecast: autumn 2012

Turkish growth to double OECD average in next 5 years

RUSSIA: English Improving but Teachers Scarce

German unions back exploited migrant laborers

What A SocGen Strategist Learned While Trying To Get A German Drivers License

New Law Offers Easy Path To EU Passport

UKRAINE: Currency Control - NBU Changes the Rules on Foreign Currency Purchasing and Exchange

RUSSIA: An employer must notify the local primary trade union about forthcoming staff redundancies, not any other regional trade union

For German Industry, Employment Up Despite Weak Economy

Ireland's Emigration Highest for 25 Years

What does the change in the boundary between Moscow and Moscow Oblast mean for "ordinary" work permits?
 
NEW RELEASES: recorded On-Demand Seminar

 
For additional information or to register, simply click on the title of each Online Seminar.

MEXICO: to be released on November 14
"Update: Labor Law Legislation"

CHINA: - to be released on November 21
"Recruiting Successfully for Talent in China"

GLOBAL - Released October 10
"Global Manufacturing: Current Reality and Emerging Trends"
Presented by Michael L. Hetzel

BRAZIL - Released August 23
"The Brazil Automotive Industry"
Presented by Julian G. Semple

GLOBAL - Released September 12
"A Roadmap to Going Global: Brazil as a Case Study on How to Grow Your Business Internationally"
Presented by Jeff Jorge

RUSSIA - Released June 1
"The Russian Automotive Industry Opportunities and Challenges"
Presented by Larissa Koursova

CHINA - Released June 1
"The Importance of Guanxi when Negotiating in China"
Presented by Andrew Hupert

GLOBAL - Released May 16
"Managing Quality in Long Distance Global Supply Chains"
Presented by Michael L. Hetzel

RUSSIA - Released March 14
"Recruiting Management and Staff for Your Startup Operation in Russia"
Presented by Michael Germershausen


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Europe update: global headline articles  
   
Below are the latest articles and news from around the world featuring articles on Europe.  To read articles, please click here.

The End Might Be Near for Opel
Source: Spiegel Online

A merged Opel-PSA could be a catalyst for reform of Europe's auto industry
Source: Automotive News

Ford announces plan to close Belgian plant, restructure European manufacturing
Source: autoblog

Manufacturing is making UK comeback says professor
Source: Manchester Evening News

Renault to manufacture over 70% of Clio subcompacts in Turkey
Source: Automotive Business Review

Producers roll out new cars in Istanbul
Source: Hurriyet Daily News

Poland makes greatest strides in business reforms -World Bank
Source: Reuters
 
Recorded On-Demand Seminars via GlobalBusinessProfessor.com

 

On-Demand Seminars on Europe:

 

RUSSIA
"Recruiting Management and Staff for Your Start-up Operation in Russia"
Presented by Michael Germershausen

 

EUROPE
"The European Automotive Aftermarket
Presented by Dr. John Wormald

 

RUSSIA
"Introduction to Doing Business in Russia"
Presented by Dr. Gregory Allar 

 
RUSSIA
"Keys to Supplier Success in the Russian Automotive Industry"
Presented by Yuri Danilov

 

EUROPE
"EVs and Hybrids: A European Perspective"
Presented by Alex Woodrow and Al Bedwell



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Taxation of international executives: Guides for Germany, UK, Switzerland, Russia and Turkey
For mobile international executives, tax can be a major consideration and for human resource professionals, the need to provide answers to questions relating to tax can be pressing.   Read on ...
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