Xinjiang Cotton Association Urges Global Brand Support

The Xinjiang Cotton Association has called on international brands, including Uniqlo, to continue using Xinjiang cotton, emphasizing its high quality and economic importance. This follows remarks from Tadashi Yanai, Uniqlo's CEO, that the company does not source cotton from Xinjiang, a region embroiled in controversy over alleged forced labor practices. China denies these allegations, arguing that the United States has politically motivated sanctions against Xinjiang cotton, which is a key part of China's Belt and Road Initiative. The association asserts that Xinjiang cotton supports local economies, creates jobs, and helps alleviate poverty. Despite geopolitical tensions, the association urges the global textile industry to maintain rational analysis and resist anti-Xinjiang sentiments. The call to action aims to stabilize the global cotton market while promoting Xinjiang's role in international trade.