​EU Ban Goods Made with Forced Labour

  • On 22nd April, 2024, the European Parliament voted to prohibit the sale, import, and export of products produced through forced labour, primarily targeting concerns over human rights abuses in Xinjiang, China.
  • The ban aligns the EU with the United States' efforts to combat forced labour, particularly against Uyghur Muslims.
  • Authorities in EU member states or the Commission can investigate suspicious goods and supply chains, with preliminary inquiries concluding within 30 working days.
  • EU officials emphasized the significance of the law in combatting human trafficking and forced labour, asserting Europe's commitment to ethical trade ....
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