Chinese companies move HQs to deflect anti-China sentiment

Companies are leaving China and relocating their headquarters elsewhere to try and avoid a potential backlash from the U.S. and other countries concerned about the policies of the Chinese Communist Party. Shein moved its headquarters to Singapore and began setting up operations in Ireland and the U.S. The online retailer has been accused of making clothing from textiles made by forced labor in its country of origin. Shein has denied those charges.

Where is Shein Located and Why Are Companies Leaving China?

As more Chinese companies attempt to break ties from their Chinese Communist Party roots, successful businesses are moving out of China. For example, Shein has relocated from their original location in Nanjing, China and into Singapore.

Shein headquarters are also being established in Ireland and Indiana, as Shein prepares to hire lobbyists in order to help with greater US expansion.

The main reason why companies like Shein and TikTok are trying to cut ties with China is because they are being accused of ties to the Chinese Communist Party. US policy and lawmakers are clamping down on companies originating from China.

All of this turmoil stems from the political climate between the United States and China that has been fueled by economic and military conflict.