BYD Fires Subcontractor After Forced Labor Allegations at Brazil EV Factory
- THE CHINA NOW
- Dec 30, 2024
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 5
Summary
BYD has fired a subcontractor involved in the construction of its electric vehicle (EV) factory in Brazil after forced labor allegations.
163 workers were rescued from unsafe and degrading conditions, including overcrowded dormitories and withheld wages.
BYD emphasizes its zero tolerance for human rights violations and is investigating further.
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has fired its subcontractor, Jinjiang Construction, following serious allegations of forced labor at the construction site of its new EV factory in Camaçari, Brazil. Brazilian authorities rescued 163 workers who were reportedly subjected to "slavery-like" conditions, including overcrowded dormitories and inadequate sanitation facilities.
