ASPI reports that nearly 80,000 Uyghurs were transferred to factories outside of Xinjiang as part of the government’s ‘Xinjiang Aid’ program.
The report goes on to say, “Most strikingly, local governments and private brokers are paid a price per head by the Xinjiang provincial government to organize the labour assignments.”
China’s reported treatment of ethno religious minorities has drawn criticism from western watchdog groups and governments, including the United States who has had a deteriorating relationship with Beijing following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Whether any direct actions will be taken by Washington or EU leaders on the matter remains to be seen. For major apparel brands such as H&M, the writing is on the wall.
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