U.S. Bans Some Chinese Imports on Alleged Labor Abuse

The US has imposed restrictions on the Xinjiang region in China, affecting textiles, tomatoes, and technology due to alleged human rights abuses against the Uighur minority. These restrictions, known as withholding release orders (WROs), impact US supply chains, particularly in fashion and technology. The US administration is using strong rhetoric and WROs as strategic tools, with potential further actions against Chinese companies. The situation highlights the intersection of human rights issues and trade relations between the US and China.

What human rights issues are cited as a reason for the US's actions against companies in the Xinjiang region?

What is the significance of the term 'decoupling' as mentioned in the context of US-China relations?