Overview
- Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu initiated the suspension procedure on Wednesday following recent scrutiny of the fast-fashion platform.
- The economy ministry said any suspension would remain in place until Shein proves full compliance, with an initial progress report due in 48 hours.
- Officials did not clarify whether the measure covers the online platform, the newly opened physical store, or both.
- France’s consumer watchdog reported listings for sex dolls with childlike appearances, and a lawmaker filed a complaint alleging weapon sales on the site.
- Shein’s executive chairman Donald Tang said the company formed an integrity panel and launched an internal inquiry into product listings.