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rpannier

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Tue Mar 16, 2021, 02:26 AM Mar 2021

Myanmar factories run by Fast Retailing partner set ablaze

Singapore – Two factories run by a Fast Retailing Co. partner in Yangon, Myanmar, were set ablaze on the weekend, the operator of the fast-fashion Uniqlo and GU brands said Tuesday.

The extent of the damage caused to the plants in Myanmar’s largest city on Sunday is not yet known, the company said, adding it is confirming the situation in regard to the fires.

On Sunday, China-linked factories in Yangon were also attacked, leaving many people injured, according to the Chinese Embassy in Myanmar.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2021/03/16/business/corporate-business/myanmar-fast-retailing-fire/

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Myanmar factories run by Fast Retailing partner set ablaze (Original Post) rpannier Mar 2021 OP
The slaves are revolting pfitz59 Mar 2021 #1
They're in the middle of a military coup. littlemissmartypants Mar 2021 #2
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