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EUROtalk eJournal - October '13 edition
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British car industry roars by European rivals
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 Britain is accelerating away from its European competitors in the car-making sector with investment flowing into the factories of Nissan and Jaguar Land Rover as Chinese and American demand drives sales. Read on... |
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Authorities able to maintain VW blocking minority rights
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The western German state of Lower Saxony, home to the Volkswagen Group, will be able to keep its controversial blocking minority rights at Europe's biggest carmaker. Europe's highest court saw no breach of EU rules ... Read on... |
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Russia: State Subsidies Follow on the Heels of Domestic Car Utilization Fee
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The Industry and Trade Ministry has developed a plan for allocating subsidies to domestic automobile manufacturers, a measure that officials hope will keep the sector competitive. The amount of subsidy will depend on the quantity ... Read on... |
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Additional Europe automotive articles
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European Auto Production in Line with Q3 Estimates
Europe Registrations Improve in Q3
Anger over German Stance on Auto CO2 Emissions
East European trailer market loses momentum in 2013
European automotive industry welcomes progress on Digital Single Market
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EUROPEAN ECONOMY, MANUFACTURING AND COMPETITIVENESS
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International Restructuring Study 2013 - "Europe's competitiveness"
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 Europe's economy is in the doldrums. Yet companies are still looking to the future with a positive mindset. 76% of survey respondents expect a return to robust economic growth in 2015. But the prospects for European competitiveness are not quite as ... Read on... |
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Focus on growth on eve of EU summit
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The summer is past and European summits return. Europe's leaders gather in Brussels on Thursday with the markets becalmed and some economic statistics to celebrate.Even the threat - a few weeks back - of the Italian ... Read on... |
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Additional Europe economy, manufacturing and competitiveness articles
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German manufacturing PMI rises to 51.5 in October Manufacturing growth continues in both UK and Europe Russia's Manufacturing Remains In Negative Territory To read above articles, click here... |
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Recruiting for Europe's boardrooms: Time for change
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 The call for greater diversity finds common ground among Europe's leaders as boards evaluate the profiles, recruitment and support of non-executive directors.At the heart of every business is the boardroom - the central hub of ... Read on... |
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Europe: Machine Tool Builders Define 'Skills" Deficit
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CECIMO states EU sector needs engineering know-how plus skilled workers to succeed. The trade association representing Europe's machine tool builders issued a "manifesto to identify the skills-related needs" of their industry, indicating ... Read on... |
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Employment: Crucial Trends in Russia's Staffing Market in 2014
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The Russian staffing market is a fast-growing market, which is rapidly developing and increasing its volume. By 2014, there will be some trends in the market that basically came from the West. Their appearance is caused by business ... Read on... |
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Additional European human resources articles
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French Workers: 'Let Us Work Sundays!' Germany: Federal Council to Combat Abuse of Contracts for Work Views diverge over minimum wage in Germany Spain: Latest Developments in Spanish Labor Relationships Germany: Denial of approval of agency work by the works council Low wages make British staff the 'unhappiest in Europe' To read above articles, click here... |
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"How to Structure the Questions that Win Million Dollar Contracts" On-Demand Seminar with Mia Doucet
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 This is the outline of a questioning structure that evolved over a 9-year period of working with Sales VPs, and Directors of Global Billion Dollar Firms and their teams of engineers to secure multimillion dollar international contracts. Mia has never ... Read on... |
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SOURCING FROM CHINA ONLINE COURSE
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"Negotiating Successfully in China" for Procurement and Purchasing Professionals
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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.
- Watch introduction video ...
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EUROPE TAX, FINANCE AND LEGAL
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The role of banks in the internationalization of European SMEs - 2013
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 Roland Berger Strategy Consultants has analyzed the role of banks in the internationalization of European small and medium enterprises in the study: "What role can banks play in the internationalization process of European SMEs?" ... Read on... |
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Transactions in focus: Spotlight on M&A in Turkey
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The first issue of Transactions in focus explores the Turkish M&A environment and provides practical guidelines when investing in this vibrant market. "Turkey gains stature and is building following from investors as the Erdogan government ... Read on... |
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Additional Europe tax, finance and legal articles
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Doing business in Russia 2013: Your roadmap to successful investments - download guide
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 KPMG in Russia updated its practical guide that provides a brief economic overview of Russia and introduces the tax and legal issues important for those who are planning to do business in this country. In particular, the brochure includes an ... Read on... |
"Russian Automotive Industry Opportunities and Challenges" with Larissa V. Koursova
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Koursova has had extensive experience positioning Visteon to capitalize on the growing Russian market. From 2008-2011, she led the company's Russia operations, including establishing Visteon's first wholly owned interior manufacturing facility in Russia, and supporting the creation of an electronics joint venture. In her current purchasing role, she is responsible for localizing Russian operations and establishing and developing Russian suppliers to Visteon's operations ... To view, please click here |
"Recruiting Management and Staff for Your Start-up Operation in Russia" with Michael Germershausen
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Selecting the proper legal form: representation, LLC, joint enterprise, subsidiary enterprise, distributor / Variety of start-ups and recruitment peculiarities / General Director and Business Development Director - key roles in start-ups. What competence and personal qualities you should focus on searching for candidates. Risks connected with choosing not right manager / Building a successful team. Peculiarities of candidate selection / and more ... To view, please click here |
Upcoming OnDemand Seminars
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"The Importance of Accent Reduction for Increased ROI" - interview with Judy Ravin
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 For global companies, communication is a critical competency that impacts talent acquisition, engagement, retention, and innovation. In this segment, Ron Hesse, CEO, interviews Judy Ravin, President of The Accent Reduction Institute. To listen to interview |
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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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EUROPE UPDATE: GLOBAL HEADLINES
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GM will integrate Russia into its Europe businessSource: GM Inside NewsVolvo Restructuring Truck Manufacturing in EuropeSource: TruckinginfoManufacturing, Jobs Expansion Continues in Central EuropeSource: The Wall Street JournalMost British manufacturers want to stay in EU - pollSource: ReutersPSA plant closing leaves Europe with 18 factories too manySource: Automotive NewsEurope powers ahead with drive to develop alternative car fuelsSource: The Irish TimesTo read above articles, please click here
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ADDITIONAL EUROPE ARTICLES
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EU, Canada Reach Landmark Free Trade Deal Innovative changes for Belgium's arbitration rules The Netherlands updates its Arbitration Act Spain: Foreign investment grew by 11.3% to over €8.6 billion EU Seeks Carbon Tax For All Flights Over Europe Poland: We are the Chinese of Europe To read above articles, please click here |
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