U.S. bans Chinese firms in Uyghur region as Beijing fights forced labor claims

On behalf of International Support for Uyghurs (ISU), we write to inform you of recent developments concerning human rights in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region and their global implications. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has expanded its Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List to include 75 organizations.
These additions mark the first companies from their respective industries to be included.
The U.S. ban prohibits imports made wholly or partly in East Turkistan, citing forced labor concerns. This action reflects growing international awareness of alleged human rights violations in the region. China has retaliated by investigating U.S. companies for "discriminatory measures" against Xinjiang cotton producers.
We urge Canadian MPs to consider Canada's position on forced labor in global supply chains. We need to explore potential legislation to address these concerns. We must support initiatives raising awareness about the situation in East Turkistan and advocate for international cooperation in upholding human rights standards.

ISU remains committed to promoting human rights and would welcome the opportunity to provide further information on this critical issue.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We look forward to hearing your thoughts.

Source:
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/03/us-bans-new-chinese-firms-over-forced-labor-claims-in-uyghur-region.html
International Support for Uyghurs (ISU)