We have written about automotive manufacturers’ computer chip shortage woes, and the production delays that have resulted. But how exactly has this come about? While external factors play a role, the automotive manufacturers also have their own planning and risk management to blame.
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Reducing dependence on Asian suppliers
U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade issues with China are having other consequences that will hurt Chinese trade. In the European Union, state aid is permitted under certain circumstances pursuant to rules governing Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI). Continue reading “Reducing dependence on Asian suppliers”
Basic economics and human nature #2
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that he is willing to drop all tariffs, barriers and subsidies relating to the European Union if the EU does the same thing. The only problem, even if Mr. Trump is indeed serious about this, is that the U.S. has institutionalized unfair trading practices through legislation Continue reading “Basic economics and human nature #2”
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