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September vehicle sales race to robust increase
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 Japanese automakers show biggest rebound following last year's dip. Vehicle sales in China showed unexpectedly robust growth in September as Japanese producers continued to recover from anti-Japanese sentiment last year, which was tied to ... Read on... |
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China Auto Demand Firm, Truck Exceeding Expectations Through August
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Auto demand strong, commercial truck exceeding expectations. Auto demand in China has maintained its upward trend through July/August, rising 10% versus our 7% estimate for Q3. Commercial truck is bucking expectations for a slowdown despite rapid ... Read on... |
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Additional China automotive industry articles
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Lost Year for Toyota Dealer in China Underscores Japan Challenge
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MOST POPULAR ARTICLES FROM SEPTEMBER EDITION
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Competing in the China Truck Market: Leveraging China for the World
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 We are in the midst of an economic revolution: a shift of the global center of gravity of economic strength towards the east, which is fundamentally reshaping the competitive landscape of numerous industries. As an economic bellwether, the ... Read on... |
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Robots Become China's Growing Labor Force
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 While China may be known as the world's factory, rising labor costs have led to booming growth in automation for manufacturing and that is turning the country into the world's biggest purchaser of robots. Leading robotics manufacturers have come to ... Read on... |
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China's Manufacturing enters the winter season, but slow recovery seen continuing in H2
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China's manufacturing industry has entered the winter season along with slower economic growth in China and weak global economic recovery, according to latest report by Deloitte. Under the fragile economy, the "State of China ... Read on... |
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Additional China manufacturing articles
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"Negotiating Successfully in China" online course
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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.
To download Course brochure, click here ...
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Summary Dismissal - The Cost of Getting it Wrong
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 An investment banking firm, Jefferies HK Ltd (Defendant), summarily dismissed the Head of Equity Trading Asia, Mr. Williams (Plaintiff) for "unacceptable and entirely inappropriate misconduct" in December 2010. The Court of First Instance ("CFI") ... Read on... |
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In Pursuit of the Hidden Dragon: Capturing China's New Talent Dividend Through Innovative Direct Labor Management
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Estimates by China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security indicate that while the annual increase in the labor supply over the next two years will reach 25 million, a labor demand of merely 12 million per annum will cause ... Read on... |
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Salary Guide Greater China 2013
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Kelly Services, a world leader provider of workforce solutions, today launched the bilingual Kelly Services 2013 Salary Guide Greater China, a comprehensive reference tool on the salary trends and job titles in key industries and functions in Greater ... Read on... |
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Additional China human resources articles
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Guangdong Province Issues New Notice on Payment of Union Fees China's trade unions have 280m members The QHAB clarifies conditions to qualify for IIT subsidy Why do foreign firms stay in China amid rising labor costs? China's 7 Million Recent Graduates Compete in Toughest Job Market Ever Energy-Hungry China Sees Rise in Labor Costs To view the above articles, please click here ... |
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CHINA LEGAL, TAX & FINANCE
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Modernization of China's Trademark Law Regime
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The Third Amendment to the PRC Trademark Law was passed by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on 30 August 2013, and would come into effect on 1 May 2014. The provisions are amended to cope with concerns ... Read on... |
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Court Issues First Ever Preliminary Injunction in Trade Secrets Case
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On July 31, 2013, the Shanghai No. 1 Intermediate People's Court, before a trial on the merits of the case, issued a preliminary injunction order against a former employee of the Chinese subsidiary of a US-based pharmaceutical ... Read on... |
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PRC trademark law amendment: the practical implications for brand owners
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After four years and a number of revised drafts, the eagerly anticipated amendment to the existing PRC Trademark Law was finally passed on August 30, 2013 and will come into force on May 1, 2014 ("New Law").This gives brand ... Read on... |
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Intellectual Property Rights Study
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Through the combined efforts of government and industry, Hong Kong's protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights (IPR) has improved materially in the past decade, on a par with other developed countries.Hong Kong's Customs ... Read on... |
"Expat Healthcare Issues in China" with Kevin Zhou, Michelle Colona and Anthony Hidell
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 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? To view, please click here |
"Recruitment Challenges in the Chinese Manufacturing Industry" with Chris Baillargeon
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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. To view, please click here |
Upcoming OnDemand Seminars
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"Negotiating with the Chinese" - interview with Andrew Hupert
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 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. To listen to interview |
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"One Year Old: How Has KORUS FTA Affected the Auto Industry?" - Interview with Daniel P. Malone
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 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. To listen to interview |
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"The Importance of Accent Reduction for Increased ROI" - Interview with Judy Ravin
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 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 ... To listen to interview |
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ALYSHA WEBB CHINA-EV BLOG
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China's latest new energy vehicle policy may result in fresh EV tech for the world
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 The Chinese government just issued its latest New Energy Vehicle subsidy policy. Seems like the government has pretty much given up on trying to create a consumer market for new energy vehicles, which include battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric ... Read on... |
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Latest articles from around the world
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China Export Gains Understated on Fake-Data Distortions: EconomySource: BloombergAudi sales rise 28%, keep lead over Mercedes through SeptemberSource: Automotive News EuropeChina's Bosses Size Up a Changing Labor ForceSource: BloombergBusinessweekRobots May Revolutionize China's Electronics ManufacturingSource: The Wall Street JournalMichigan's 'auto czar' heads to China, the 'highest priority and greatest opportunity' for global expansionSource: MLive.comVolkswagen opens southern China car plant as sales boomSource: Deutsche WelleTo read the above articles, please click here ...
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ADDITIONAL CHINA ARTICLES
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Additional articles on doing business in China
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China's chemical industry: The emergence of local champions 90%-plus US firms make profits in China: Report China to launch a pilot free trade zone in Shanghai When and How to Come to China Importing from China? "Negotiating Successfully in China" for Procurement and Purchasing Professionals Ten forces forging China's future Qingdao aiming to become intl trade center China tops APEC CEOs' picks for investment: survey China to increase rare earth purchase To read above articles, please click here |
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