Kathmandu. The conflict that began in West Asia has impacted Japan's automotive industry within less than a month. Furthermore, disruptions in shipping have forced car factories operating in the region to shut down.According to data from trade research firms, imports of petroleum products fell by approximately 30 percent in March. The reduced supply of naphtha, a crucial raw material for the chemical industry, has led to a decline in plastic component production. Additionally, there has been a sharp rise in the prices of butadiene and synthetic rubber, which are essential for tire manufacturing.According to Tang Jin, a senior researcher and...