China responds to criticism after iconic US brand’s ‘morally bankrupt’ move to open first cafes in Xinjiang

October 5, 2026 | The Independent

In a report released in February, Uyghur Human Rights Project said: “Many brands publicly emphasise human rights and ethical business practices, yet few demonstrate meaningful scrutiny or mitigation of operational risks in the Uyghur region, revealing a persistent disconnect between corporate values and commercial actions.”

Cited: Report by Peter Irwin (Whitewashing Winter Tourism: Global Sports and Leisure Industry Risks in the Uyghur Region)

Read the full article in The Independent: https://www.independent.co.uk/asia/china/china-xinjiang-starbucks-uyghur-muslims-b3061460.html