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world3 months ago

US Customs bans Giant Bicycles over forced labor concerns in Taiwan

US customs officials are blocking imports of Giant Bicycles from Taiwan due to allegations of forced labour, including debt bondage, in the company's supply chain. Investigative journalist Peter Bengtsen has documented migrant workers' vulnerabilities and high recruitment fees, raising concerns about labour practices in Taiwan's bicycle industry. Giant Bicycles denies wrongdoing and plans to contest the import ban, which highlights ongoing issues of forced labour and international trade regulations.

via BikeRadar|
#bicycle-industry#debt-bondage#forced-labour
politics5 months ago

Chinese-made Solar Panels Installed in British Schools

The UK government-backed GB Energy's first solar panel installations in schools used panels from Chinese firms Aiko and Longi, raising concerns over forced labour and ethical sourcing due to China's dominance in solar panel manufacturing and allegations of human rights abuses in Xinjiang. GB Energy claims compliance with UK modern slavery laws and aims to promote ethical supply chains, but critics argue that buying from China perpetuates unethical practices.

via BBC|
#china#forced-labour#gb-energy
world-news1 year ago

Chinese Forced-Labor Tomatoes Found in 'Italian' Purees

An investigation by the BBC has revealed that "Italian" tomato purees sold in UK supermarkets may contain tomatoes sourced from China, where forced labor involving Uyghur minorities is reported. Testing showed that 17 products likely contain Chinese tomatoes, with many linked to the Italian company Petti, which has been accused of using Chinese tomatoes. Supermarkets have disputed the findings, but the investigation highlights ongoing concerns about forced labor in supply chains, particularly from China's Xinjiang region.

via BBC.com|
#china#forced-labour#italy
businessglobal-trade1 year ago

Global Carmakers Exposed to Xinjiang Forced Labor Through Aluminium Supply Chains

China's booming aluminium industry in Xinjiang has raised concerns about forced labor, exposing global carmakers to potential ethical and legal issues. The region's reliance on forced labor has prompted scrutiny from international organizations and governments, leading to calls for increased transparency and responsible sourcing practices within the supply chain.

via Financial Times|
#aluminium#businessglobal-trade#china
business2 years ago

Volkswagen's Xinjiang Plant Audit Clears Forced Labor Allegations

Volkswagen has announced that an audit of its plant in Xinjiang, China, has found no evidence of forced labour. The company conducted the audit in response to allegations of human rights abuses in the region. Volkswagen's findings contradict reports from human rights groups and media outlets that have accused China of using forced labour in Xinjiang, particularly targeting Uighur Muslims.

via Financial Times|
#audit#business#forced-labour