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US restricts cotton and clothing from Xinjiang

17/09/2020

The US government has restricted imports of clothing and cotton from certain companies in the Xinjiang region of China due to forced labour and human rights concerns. Among the companies listed are: Xinjiang Junggar Cotton and Linen Co. and its subsidiaries – cotton; Yili Zhuowan Garment Manufacturing– apparel; and Baoding LYSZD Trade and...

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