Chinese Workers Face 'Slavery-Like' Conditions at BYD Factory in Brazil, Authorities Report

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Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese nationals from "slavery-like" conditions at a BYD factory construction site. Jinjiang Construction Brazil hired workers from China, confiscated their passports, and withheld 60% of their wages. Workers who quit were required to reimburse the company for their airfare to and from China. Prosecutors highlighted poor living conditions with dorms lacking mattresses and storage, alongside critical sanitary issues. BYD announced it would terminate its contract with Jinjiang and provide alternative housing for the workers.

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00:00It's Benzinga bringing Wall Street to Main Street.

00:02Brazilian authorities rescued 163 Chinese nationals from slavery-like conditions at

00:08a BYD factory construction site. Jin Jian Construction Brazil hired workers from China,

00:14confiscated their passports, and withheld 60% of their wages. Workers are quit were

00:19required to reimburse the company for their airfare to and from China. Prosecutors highlighted

00:24poor living conditions with dorms lacking mattresses and storage alongside critical

00:28sanitary issues. BYD announced it would terminate its contract with Jin Jian and

00:33provide alternative housing for the workers. For all things money, visit Benzinga.com slash GSTV.

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