BYD Brazil scandal exposes flaws in Chinese investment – DW – 01/08/2025
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"Slavery-like" working conditions have been uncovered at the Chinese EV maker's factory site in Brazil, casting a spotlight on the standards maintained by Chinese companies outsourcing workers at foreign locations.

Summary

Brazilian authorities uncovered “slavery-like” conditions at BYD’s factory construction site in Bahia, rescuing 163 Chinese workers subjected to withheld passports, withheld wages, and unsanitary conditions.

The site, managed by contractor Jinjiang Group, was shut down, and BYD faces scrutiny despite its promises to cooperate.

The case highlights tensions between Chinese investment and local labor standards, sparking debates in Brazil and China over worker rights.

Experts see this as an example for Chinese investors to respect Brazil’s independent judiciary while noting it won’t deter future Chinese investments.

  • Maalus@lemmy.worldEnglish
    32·
    11 hours ago

    There are more countries than “the US”. Not everyone has fucked up work laws, especially in Europe.

      • Maalus@lemmy.worldEnglish
        11·
        4 hours ago

        Yeah you said “west is fucked up when working” when in reality it is “the US”

        • rah@feddit.ukEnglish
          11·
          3 hours ago

          you said “west is fucked up when working”

          I haven’t said those words.