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China to account for one third of new auto sales worldwide by 2020, finds survey (download report)
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 Chinese automakers are set to account for one third of new auto sales worldwide by 2020, with continuing investment in the sector, according to KPMG's fifteenth annual Global Automotive Executive Survey. The publication, titled Strategies ... Read on... |
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ASEAN: Regional Sales Ended Positive in 2013
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The vehicle market in the five ASEAN countries expanded slightly by 2% to 3.36m in 2013. The slight increase was significant as the growth was built up on a considerable decline in Thailand, which held around 42% of the share in the region ... Read on... |
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Indonesia: Has Thailand lost its Automotive crown?
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Some business and economic commentators have been speculating about the future of Thailand as a destination for foreign investment, citing the ongoing political unrest and various announcements about new FDI from large ... Read on... |
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Additional Asia automotive articles
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India's 2013 Sales Sink 10% YoY
Japan Automobile Sector Highlights (Oct.- Dec. 2013)
China: Vehicle sales accelerate to record
India's Hatchback Market - The Big Business of Small Cars
Global Watchdog Says Indian Cars Fail Safety Test
Auto Components Industry in India - Updated January 2014
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Will robots change the face of manufacturing in Asia?
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 Asia, the hub of world manufacturing, has some rethinking to do. There are two elements that might potentially change the face of manufacturing worldwide. One is 3D printing which has been hogging the limelight of late. It features in ... Read on... |
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India: A compelling alternate in advanced manufacturing
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After years in the shadow of its behemoth manufacturing neighbor China, India is poised for growth in the high-end manufacturing sector, especially in precision areas such as machine tool manufacturing. This new focus on manufacturing ... Read on... |
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Additional Asia manufacturing articles
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India: Manufacturing PMI for Jan rises most in 2013-14 Japan January manufacturing PMI at eight-year high, output hits record high Industrializing India struggles with sustainability To read above articles, please click here... |
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"Firms in a Global World: The Global Environment and Firms' Strategy"
On-Demand Seminar with Lilac Nachum
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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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"Assessing & Analyzing the Risk of Global Sourcing" On-Demand Seminar
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TAX, FINANCE, M&A and FDI
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Taiwan: Placement of restriction to exit
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 According to Article 24 of the Tax Collection Act, an individual residing in Taiwan may be prevented from exiting Taiwan if failing to pay the single or combined amount of tax due plus fine if the amount is over NT$1 million by ... Read on... |
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Vietnam: Decree outlines corporate tax incentives
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A decree issued by the Vietnamese government on 26 December 2013 (Decree 218) includes a reduction in the corporate income tax rate (from 25% to 22%), as well as guidance on various tax incentives in the Corporate Income Tax Law and ... Read on... |
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Additional Asia tax, finance, M&A and FDI articles
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Korea: Flat rate individual income tax incentive for foreigners restricted
Asia/Pacific's Business And Regulatory Kaleidoscope Complicates Payment, Expense
Alert - A Relaxed Registered Capital Registration System in China
EY sees exciting times ahead for private equity in Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia
Japan: Foreign asset reporting for incentive plans
India seeks more Japanese investments: PM
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China: New Important Rules on Labour Dispatch Published and in Force From 1 March, 2014
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Significant restrictions on the use of dispatch (temporary) workers in the PRC came into effect on 1 July, 2013. The Ministry of Human Resource and Social Security has now issued detailed Interim Provisions on Labour Dispatch setting out ... Read on... |
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New Guidance on Management of Foreign National Employees in Vietnam
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The Government of Vietnam has recently provided further guidance regarding the implementation of provisions of the new Labor Code on the management of foreign national employees in Vietnam by issuing Decree No. 102/2013/ND-CP ... Read on... |
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China: Expat's Claim for Reinstatement Fails After Work Permit Expired
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In a case reported on August 29, 2013, the Shanghai Jing'an District People's Court dismissed a foreign national's claim for reinstatement, reasoning that the foreign national's work permit had expired and therefore the foreign national was ... Read on... |
"Doing Business in The Indian Automotive Industry" with M.P. Chugh
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 Looking to enter or expand within the Indian automotive industry? This is a 'must view' On-Demand Seminar. To view, please click here |
"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 |
"How To Grow Your Brand Using Global Social Media" with Marek Wawrzyniak
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This OnDemand Seminar will help you better understand how to localize Social Media techniques as a Brand building strategy. Did you know the Facebook and Twitter are blocked in China, while China has their own social networks growing rapidly? To view, please click here |
New On-Demand Seminars now available
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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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"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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"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-US Free Trade Agreement and its impact as the Agreement approaches its first anniversary. To listen to interview |
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ALYSHA WEBB CHINA-EV BLOG
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China lags world in EV tech; concentrate on the components urges an expert!
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 Anyone who believes that the Chinese government and other players in the policy-making process have complete agreement on the readiness of China's domestic companies to produce globally-competitive electric vehicles, or in how to bring them to ... Read on... |
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Asia articles from around the world
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The Chinese And Japanese Economies Are Delinking: Prelude To Conflict?Source: ForbesChina drags on otherwise buoyant Asia factory sectorSource: ReutersSouth Korea adds to signs of Asia manufacturing recoverySource: Financial TimesVolkswagen to set up Rs 1,500-cr plant in IndiaSource: Business StandardAston Martin recalls 75% of cars made since 2007: Counterfeit China material blamed; risk is that accelerator pedal arm may breakSource: Automotive NewsWant a Big Raise? Move to AsiaSource: BloombergBusinessweekTo read above articles, please click here...
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Additional articles on doing business in Asia
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Jack Perkowski's Perspective: Predictions For China In The Year Of The Horse 5 Ways China's Slowdown Will Ripple Across Globe Warehousing Solutions in China Business in Malaysia to see significant jump in trust India: Government allots 1,972 acres of salt pans for industrial parks To read above articles, please click here... |
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