China solar association says Xinjiang forced labour claims unfounded

The United States last week banned imports from five Chinese solar companies accused of using forced labour in Xinjiang. - Reuters

SHANGHAI (Reuters): Claims that Chinese solar firms are benefiting from forced labour in Xinjiang are unfounded and unfairly stigmatise firms with operations there, the country's solar association said.

The United States last week banned imports from five Chinese solar companies accused of using forced labour in Xinjiang including Hoshine Silicon Industry Co and a unit of GCL New Energy Holdings.