Domestic News - The Ministry of Commerce announced that China and the EU are in discussions regarding the electric vehicle case, emphasizing the need for dialogue to resolve differences and create a stable market environment for industrial development [2] - The Ministry of Commerce confirmed that some applications for general export licenses related to rare earth items have been approved, indicating that certain exporters have met the basic requirements for such licenses [3] - A new China-Europe freight train carrying domestic auto parts departed from Harbin, marking the first such service for this type of cargo [4] - Guangzhou has launched a second round of initiatives to promote automobile consumption, allocating an additional 300 million yuan for subsidies, with specific amounts set for different subsidy standards [5] International News - South Korea and the UK have signed an upgraded free trade agreement that relaxes the rules of origin for automotive exports, lowering the local value content requirement from 55% to 25% to qualify for tariff exemptions [6] Corporate News - Honda confirmed that its GAC Honda factory will halt production for three days starting December 29 due to a semiconductor supply shortage, while production at its Dongfeng Honda factory will not be affected [11] - CATL and Lantu have signed a 10-year deep cooperation agreement, focusing on technology collaboration and the supply of battery technology for Lantu vehicles [12] - The 10,000th unit of the ZunJie S800 has rolled off the production line, marking a new phase in the collaboration between Jiangqi Group and Huawei [13] - Li Auto announced its entry into the markets of Egypt, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan, with plans to consider overseas market regulations in the development of new products set to launch in 2026 [14] - Zhongtai Auto appointed Lou Yuanming as the representative for securities affairs, with his term aligning with the current board's tenure [15] - SenseTime, Daxiao Robotics, and Inspur have formed a strategic partnership to build an ecosystem focused on AI infrastructure and embodied intelligence [16] - Evergrande Auto's stock remains suspended following a report regarding changes in the shareholding of its subsidiaries as part of a bankruptcy restructuring plan [17]