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    Alvin Sukali to leave Myanmar for Cambodia

    2023-03-20T07:51:00Z

    The Chinese footwear firm Alvin Sukali will relocate from Myanmar to Cambodia in June creating over 1,000 jobs, the Khmer Times reported citing Cambodia’s ministry of labour and vocational training. The factory, which will be located in Samraong Tong in Kampong Speu province, is expected to produce over 70,000 pairs ...

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    Myanmar violence raises sourcing concerns

    2021-03-17T15:43:00Z

    Many sports and fashion brands that have shifted part of their sourcing for apparel and footwear to Myanmar because of its lower labor costs are watching with awe the consequences of the recent military coup in the country. According to observers, it may be difficult for some of them to ...