For many years, consumers took the label “Made in China” for granted: few questioned the quality and were often only attracted to the inexpensive price. Consumers are now scrutinizing what it means when a product is “Made in China” and asking questions like: Is it really inexpensive? Am I getting a quality product? And most […]
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Commerce Department: China Not a Market Economy
The Chinese government’s foreign investment regime is restrictive, the report concluded, the Chinese government exerts significant ownership and control over industry through state-invested enterprises, and other means, and state planning remains important in the Chinese government’s industrial policies. The Chinese government pushed back on these assertions in a speech made by a Ministry of Commerce […]
The 3 Countries Stealing China’s Business
As China transforms from an emerging market to an economic leader, the era of outsourcing to this nation is coming to an end. “Made in China.” It’s a slogan emblematic of many things — of cheap labor, of the loss of U.S. manufacturing jobs to lower-wage nations, of China’s rapid ascent to the ranks of […]
Unveiling the Truth: Your ‘Made in China’ Apparel Might Actually Be From North Korea
Have you ever wondered about the origin of your clothing? In today’s interconnected world, global supply chains make it difficult to trace a product’s journey from its manufacturing origin to your wardrobe. One such phenomenon is clothing labeling deception. This article delves into an intriguing revelation: the possibility that your ‘Made in China’ apparel might […]
Proximity to Market Challenge: Mexico vs. China [2023]
It is crucial for your manufacturing operation to have an efficient supply chain and a short proximity to your market. Often, this is not possible if your business is dependent on shipping times from overseas. The establishment of manufacturing facilities overseas has long been regarded as a means of reducing labor and production costs; however, […]