BEIJING -- The Chinese government has abolished limits on foreign automakers' investments in the passenger vehicle sector, effective next year, sweeping away the last major restriction on global players.
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A BMW i4 concept car at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. With the foreign investment rules scrapped, BMW aims to raise its stake in a Chinese joint venture. © Reuters
BEIJING -- The Chinese government has abolished limits on foreign automakers' investments in the passenger vehicle sector, effective next year, sweeping away the last major restriction on global players.