Move to streamline auto supply chain

In a significant move to protect the rights and interests of small businesses within the automotive supply chain, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology activated a specialized online complaint channel.

The online reporting window for key automakers' payment commitment compliance records operates through the national platform addressing payment defaults to small and medium-sized enterprises.

The initiative directly supports the recent public pledge by 17 leading automakers, including FAW, Dongfeng, GAC and Seres, to limit supplier payment terms to 60 days maximum. The portal enables SMEs to report violations and submit improvement suggestions regarding four critical compliance issues.