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The exports to Russia for the Outlander Sport decreased and according to Mitsubishi, that is what kept the plant operating. i certainly hope something negotiated and workers can keep their jobs.
So it was basically the domino effect. With demand reduction Mitsu decided to re-allocate capacities to more profitable plants and close least profitable. Makes sense, since they just bought out Ford plant in Philippines capable of 90k/year production, and shifting Mirage production to Philippines will free capacities in Thailand.