Modern Slavery China’s BYD sued over “slave-like” conditions in Brazil Multinationals should beware Brazil’s broad definition of “work analogous to slavery” iStock.com/LewisTsePuiLung Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Thursday 29 May 2025 Brazilian labour prosecutors are suing Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD and two of its local contractors for alleged human trafficking offences. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Modern Slavery Understanding contemporary forced labour enforcement in Brazil Disputes Starbucks faces class action over Brazil coffee farm conditions Modern Slavery Brazil’s Supreme Court finds São Paulo’s anti-slavery law constitutional Supply Chains Cog in Valentino’s supply chain placed under court administration