Japan's Muji store operator says 'deeply concerned' about forced labour reports in China

RYOHIN KEIKAKU

25/03/2021 10:08

TOKYO, March 25 (Reuters) - The Japanese operator of the
Muji brand casual goods stores said on Thursday it was "deeply
concerned" about reports of forced labour in the Xinjiang region
of China.
    Ryohin Keikaku Co  7453.T  said in a statement it had
conducted an audit of factories in the region that supply its
goods, saying it found significant issues. The company said it
was working to ensure compliance with EU and U.S. laws and
regulations regarding human rights in Xinjiang.  urn:newsml:reuters.com:*:nL1N2LN0E5

 (Reporting by Rocky Swift; Editing by Toby Chopra)
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