US targets Chinese firms in Uyghur forced labor crackdown
The U.S. has blacklisted two more Chinese companies, bringing the total to 75 under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
The UFLPA aims to combat forced labor practices against the Uyghurs in occupied East Turkestan, which China calls Xinjiang.
The move was announced by the Department of Homeland Security.
It prohibits imports from Baowu Group Xinjiang Bayi Iron and Steel Co. and Changzhou Guanghui Food Ingredients Co., effective Oct. 3.
House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized Congress’ commitment to addressing Chinese companies exploiting forced labor and avoiding tariffs via the “de minimis” loophole, which allows goods under $800 to bypass U.S. customs checks.
President Joe Biden has also proposed measures to tighten these regulations, potentially impacting imports from fast-fashion retailers.
Advocacy groups are urging more stringent actions to eliminate forced labor in supply chains.
They highlight the ongoing humanitarian crisis faced by Uyghurs and other minority groups.
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