JSW and SAIC Form Joint Venture in India for Green Mobility
The partnership aims to bolster the growth of SAIC's MG Motor in India amid increased scrutiny of Chinese investments.
- Indian conglomerate JSW Group and China's SAIC Motor have formed a joint venture in India, focusing on green mobility and the development of the electric vehicle ecosystem.
- JSW will hold a 35% stake in the new venture.
- The joint venture will support the growth of SAIC's MG Motor in India by increasing locally sourced auto parts, expanding production capacity, and growing its charging infrastructure.
- SAIC has faced challenges in growing its presence in India due to increased scrutiny of Chinese investments by the Indian government.
- MG Motor entered India in 2019 with plans to invest about $650 million.