International Economics: IB Economics
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International Economics: IB Economics
A collection of articles relating to the 'international' elements of Economics and relating to IB, Pre-U and A-Level Economics.
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US ban on imports from China's Xinjiang to take effect on Tuesday

US ban on imports from China's Xinjiang to take effect on Tuesday | International Economics: IB Economics | Scoop.it
Officials believe many Uyghurs have been forced to work at factories in the landlocked territory.
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The US is imposing an embargo on products imported from Xinjiang Province in China, on the grounds that they believe that forced labour may have been involved. Is this a reasonable position to hold?

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VW defends Chinese car plant despite international concern over Uighur detentions - BBC News

A senior Volkswagen executive has defended the company’s decision to continue operating a car plant in Xinjiang - a region of China under fierce scrutiny due to the treatment of the Uighur ethnic minority there.

Graham Watson's insight:

A nice clip looking at the ethics of international business, with VW being accused of unethical behaviour in maintaining a presence in Xinjiang province, where the Uighur minority are being persecuted. 

 

One for your CUEGIS file...

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