Chinese Electric Carmaker BYD's Factory in Brazil Shut Down Due to Slave-Like Conditions

Chinese electric carmaker BYD's factory in Brazil was shut down by officials after 163 Chinese nationals were rescued from working in 'conditions analogous to slavery.' The workers were subjected to precarious and degrading conditions, including inadequate lodgings, unsanitary food, and lack of hygiene measures. The investigation also revealed forced labor practices and withholding of wages and passports by the contractor.