Actually no need remove sim or redo process for update...
1) Ensure you have 2 google/gmail account, 1 current account with Msia region and 1 new gmail/google (never use for google play store before) acc.
2) Install VPN app, normally I use Turbo VPN (Rabbit).
3) Remove original Msia google account.
4) Clear cache for all Google Play Store related apps and service.
5) Force Kill Google Play Store.
6) Launch the VPN and connect to US site, normally I select Free nodes.
7) Launch Google Play Store and login in to your new gmail.
8) You should be able to search n locate US region apps, normally I use it for Alexa, Android Auto etc.
9) After done, then disconnect the VPN.
10) Normally I repeat same steps from 3) to 5) for the new account, might be optional but I always did that.
11) Login back to original Msia region gmail or google account.
12) Add back the 2nd new gmail account to ensure both gmail available.
13) All apps which install through VPN or none VPN will be appeared for auto update.
So far works for many of my devices since pass 2 yrs...
Thx
nah... just use nicelock... much more easier.