China EV giant BYD hits the skids in Brazil as ‘slavery-like’ claims run over labour force
[South China Morning Post] - 01/8/2025
China’s labour practices are driving a wedge between the world’s biggest EV maker and efforts to expand globally in areas where employee protections are paramount.
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