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Kyrie Irving's Ties to Chinese Firm Linked to Human Rights Abuses Raise Concerns

Kyrie Irving's new shoe deal with Chinese apparel company ANTA has come under scrutiny due to the company's alleged links to human rights abuses, including forced labor and the persecution of Uyghur Muslims in Xinjiang. The U.S. Congress has warned the NBA about ANTA and other Chinese apparel firms that profit from supply chains connected to forced labor. ANTA, which is worth over $30 billion, has been accused of sourcing cotton from the region despite a U.S. ban. Irving, who became ANTA's chief creative officer, and other NBA players with ANTA deals are facing criticism for their association with the company. ANTA has denied the allegations and stated that their suppliers are prohibited from using forced labor.

via Yahoo Sports|

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Kyrie Irving's Ties to Chinese Firm Raise Concerns Over Human Rights Abuses

NBA star Kyrie Irving has become the chief creative officer of Chinese sneaker brand ANTA, which has been linked to forced labor and human rights abuses against Uyghur Muslims in China's Xinjiang region. ANTA and other Chinese apparel firms have been accused of publicly embracing supply chains tied to forced labor that funds the genocide in Xinjiang. A congressional letter has called on the NBA to take a stand against forced labor, specifically raising concerns about Irving's deal with ANTA. The company denies involvement in forced labor and urges fairness and nuance in approaching the matter. Critics argue that Irving's partnership with ANTA makes him complicit in the human rights abuses, and they urge him to research the issue and stand on the right side of history.

via Rolling Stone|

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Kyrie Irving Inks Long-Term Partnership with ANTA for Shoe Deal

Kyrie Irving has signed a five-year endorsement deal with Chinese sportswear brand ANTA, becoming the Chief Creative Officer of the company. The deal allows Irving to recruit and sign players and collaborators, and bring manufacturing to the United States. The partnership will also facilitate the launch of ANTA x KYRIE Youth Basketball Camps globally. Irving's first signature shoe with ANTA is expected to be released in early 2024. This comes after Irving's split with Nike following his controversial tweet containing anti-Semitic tropes. ANTA has over a dozen NBA players, including Klay Thompson, wearing their shoes.

via New York Post |

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sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Kyrie Irving Inks Lucrative 5-Year Shoe Deal with ANTA

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving has partnered with Chinese sports brand ANTA on a new shoe deal, becoming the brand's Chief Creative Officer. This comes after Irving ended his partnership with Nike last December. Irving, who recently agreed to a three-year, $126 million deal with the Mavericks, will unveil his signature shoes and lifestyle footwear early next year.

via ESPN|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Kyrie Irving Inks Lucrative 5-Year Shoe Deal with ANTA

Kyrie Irving, guard for the Dallas Mavericks, has signed a five-year endorsement deal with Chinese sportswear brand ANTA, following the termination of his previous deal with Nike. The deal also appoints Irving as the Chief Creative Officer at ANTA. Specifics of the deal have not been disclosed yet. Irving's new shoe deal will allow him to recruit and sign players and collaborators, as well as bring manufacturing to the United States to expand ANTA's distribution.

via Yahoo Sports|

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