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Primark, Bestseller, H&M resume business in Myanmar

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Fashion retailers like Primark, Bestseller and H&M planning to resume sourcing in the Myanmar.

As per Apparel Resources, Danish fashion retailer Bestsellerhas commissioned an independent report to evaluate its due diligence to ensure responsible production in Myanmar. The retailer says there are no grounds to assume that its three factories located in Myanmar are either directly or indirectly, owned by the military.

H&M too has gradually started placing new orders again. The Swedish retailer is focused on avoiding the imminent risk of its suppliers having to close their factories in Myanmar.

Primark, the Irish fashion retailer, also will be now sourcing in the country. The retailer is committed to fulfilling all existing orders with its suppliers in Myanmar.

Meanwhile, organisations like the Clean Clothes Campaign are urging all suppliers, brands and retailers, active in Myanmar, to publicly condemn the military coup, call for the restoration of democracy and the rule of law.