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CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
Competing in the China Truck Market - Winning in China's Mid-Market
Most multi-national companies that aspire to be global leaders have no choice but to find a way to win in the Chinese mid-market. The common strategies employed by MNCs are to:- Ignore the risk and avoid competing in China's ...  Read on...
China tax planning for cross-border transactions of China's auto industry
In this issue, we highlight the major tax, customs and foreign exchange issues commonly seen in cross-border transactions in the auto industry in China. We also explore potential tax planning ideas, which are important for mitigating risks ...    Read on...
China auto sales pick up in first half
Automobile sales posted strong growth in the first half of the year, despite the country's lackluster economic performance, according to China Association of Automobile Manufacturing (CAAM) data on Wednesday. Sales grew by 12.34 percent ...  Read on...
Additional China automotive industry articles
Mid-Tier Cities Power China Auto Demand

Car imports go into reverse

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CHINA MANUFACTURING
China manufacturing activity slows to 11-month low
China's manufacturing activity fell to an 11-month low in July, hurt by a decline in new orders, according to a preliminary survey by HSBC. The bank's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) fell to 47.7 from 48.2 in June. The PMI ...   Read on...
Assembled for Failure: The Machine Tool Component Sector in China (white paper)
In spite of the largest machine tool market in the world, China's domestic machine tool component supply industry does not seem to be able to take off. Domestic component makers remain focused on the lower-end market segment, and face difficulties ...  Read on...
Additional China manufacturing articles
A new era for manufacturing in China

19 industries to shed capacity: Move marks the government's determination to cut overcapacity, reform economy

Steel supply glut continues to dampen prices

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CHINA SOURCING
"Negotiating Successfully in China" online course
Negotiate Successfully in China will show you how to:
  • Construct a negotiation plan that leads to profitable business - not empty promises
  • Develop and maintain value-adding relationships and networks
  • Find the right partners - and keep them loyal
  • Protect your technology, intellectual property and assets  
  • Identify and leverage your sources of power
  • Understand what Chinese negotiators really want - and what they really mean.
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CHINA HR ARTICLES
Twin-track training
A member of the board of Knorr-Bremse Asia Pacific explains how the German braking-systems company has developed a global-local approach to capability building in China. Most multinationals seeking to establish a successful local business ... Read on...
Chinese Wage Growth Is Slowing Significantly
China's one-child policy has contributed to a demographic structure in which the working-age population isn't growing fast enough to sufficiently support economic growth. Companies are struggling to fill positions, and the ones that can ...  Read on...
Rising labour costs erode China's competitiveness
During the years of double-digit Chinese economic growth, Yiwu in eastern China's Zhejiang province was the focal point for manufacturing of consumer goods in China. It was once home to the world's five biggest sock manufacturers, the ...   Read on...
Additional China human resources articles
Developing China's business leaders: A conversation with Yingyi Qian

Inquries over bribery up in China: SPP

In China, High Education Brings Few Guarantees

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CHINA ECONOMY & BANKING
Foreign exchange rules further simplified for foreign direct investment in China
On 11 May 2013, the State Administration of Foreign Exchange of the PRC (SAFE) released the Provisions on Foreign Exchange Administration of Inbound Direct Investment by Foreign Investors, which entered into effect on 13 May 2013 (SAFE Circular 21).  Read on...
ON-DEMAND SEMINARS
"Expat Healthcare Issues in China" with Kevin Zhou, Michelle Colona and Anthony Hidell
Doing Business in China?  Is your company struggling to understand the Chinese health care system, the spectrum of medical insurance in China and how the new Social Insurance Law affects your non-local employees?
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"Recruitment Challenges in the Chinese Manufacturing Industry" with Chris Baillargeon
This On-Demand Seminar focuses on the recruitment challenges in the Chinese manufacturing industry, and how to overcome those challenges to hire the best employees.
Seminar covers: Identifying Candidates, Attracting Candidates, Contract Negotiation/Structure, Legal Issues, Retaining Talent, Expatriates. 
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Upcoming OnDemand Seminars
Access over 100 OnDemand Seminars, with more coming soon.

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AUDIO INTERVIEWS
"Negotiating with the Chinese" - interview with Andrew Hupert
Andrew Hupert, NYU Professor, negotiations expert and author of "The Fragile Bridge", conducts a candid 20 minute interview for GlobalBusinessProfessor.com giving tips and insights for negotiating with the Chinese: what to expect and what they expect in return. 

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"One Year Old: How Has KORUS FTA Affected the Auto Industry?" - Interview with Daniel P. Malone
In this segment, Ron Hesse interviews Daniel P. Malone, of Butzel Long regarding the impact of the Korea - U.S. Free Trade Agreement as the Agreement approaches its first anniversary.  Special focus of the interview includes the impact on the automotive industry.
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"The Importance of Accent Reduction for Increased ROI" - Interview with Judy Ravin
This interview examines the ROI of training and development and, in particular, communication training. For companies whose workforce is compromised of non-native English speakers, specific challenges exist. Interview topics particularly address two solutions: how the training process can minimize language barriers for both native and non-native English speakers alike, and how English pronunciation training ...
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CHINA GLOBAL HEADLINES
Latest articles from around the world
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China Orders Government-Debt Audit as Growth Risks Rise
Source: Bloomberg

BAIC purchase of Fisker wouldn't advance China auto maker's EV goals much
Source: China-EV.org

Here's What Will Happen If China's Economy Lands Hard
Source: BusinessInsider.com

Honda to build Acura models in Guangzhou
Source: Automotive News China

BMW's Fabricated 'Ctrl Z Day' Sparks Viral Sensation On Weibo
Source: Jing Daily

Brighter outlook for China-EU trade
Source: China Daily

Apple Supplier Accused Of Labor Abuses By China Watchdog (VIDEO)
Source: Huffington Post

Gazing into the future of American business in China
Source: The Washington Post
ALYSHA WEBB CHINA-EV BLOG
China finds some new stones in its electric vehicle policy; still crossing the river
Is China backing off its push to have millions of electric vehicles on China's roads in the next ten years?  Not exactly. But recent statements by government officials do signal a change in strategy.China is moving towards a plan which do ...

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* Learn from current exporters how business in China is different
* Find resources for reliable China market research
* Build a winning China entry plan by asking the right questions
* Identify high-growth regions & cities in China
* Understand the best shipping terms for exporters and why
* Calculate China duties, taxes and other costs with guidelines & checklists
* Anticipate China-specific documentation and regulations
* Avoid common banking missteps with Chinese buyers
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ADDITIONAL CHINA ARTICLES
Additional articles on doing business in China

High rent to bite foreign firms in China

China adopts Europe's model for patent classification

Video: China to issue policies to boost exports

Implementing the VAT reform in China: Evolving challenges of a single VAT system

High rent to bite foreign firms in China

Road construction to accelerate in central, west China

China to raise fuel prices

Shanghai free trade zone testing ground for reform: Free trade zone for Shanghai

Finding China's New Future


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