00:00Taiwan's economy ministry says it's reviewing new regulations banning indirect imports of
00:04Chinese cars.
00:06That's after reports that Chinese EV manufacturer BYD plans to enter Taiwan's auto market by
00:12assembling vehicles in Thailand and selling through a local Taiwanese agent.
00:17Direct imports of Chinese cars are currently banned in Taiwan, and vehicles with Chinese
00:22components must meet strict localization guidelines.
00:25The ministry is reviewing regulations intended to address safety and national security concerns
00:30while protecting Taiwan's automobile industry.
00:33It expects to announce the new rules by the end of the year.
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