Chinese fast fashion giant Shein denies low prices due to forced labour


With 9,000 employees worldwide and counting, Shein has big plans for further expansion. - AFP

PARIS, May 5, 2023 (AFP): Chinese cut-price fast-fashion giant Shein defended its business model in an interview with AFP, saying demand-based production accounted for its low prices and not forced or cheap labour.

Founded in China in 2008, Shein has swiftly claimed a top place in the global fast-fashion marketplace, offering young social-media-savvy customers low-priced collections that turn over at a steady clip.

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