“This is a historic moment for Burma and we are committed to working with the U.S. government and local government alongside local and international NGOs, to help create the economic opportunities that the citizens of Burma so richly deserve."By entering Burma, we hope to help accelerate economic and social growth in the country, and build on our track record of improving working conditions and building local capacity in garment factories around the world,” said Wilma Wallace, Vice President, Global Responsibility, Business and Human Rights, Gap Inc.
Gap Inc.’s decision to source garments from Burma was taken after a rigorous due diligence process which saw the company engaging extensively with US government officials, industry and union representatives and international and local NGOs in Burma in order to better understand the opportunities and challenges of doing business in the country.
At a signing ceremony attended by U.S. Ambassador to Burma (now Myanmar), Derek J. Mitchell, and U.S. Agency for International Development #
As part of the company’s commitment to transparency, Gap Inc. will voluntarily disclose and publish information about its practices in Burma consistent with the United States Government’s reporting procedures. Gap Inc.’s vendors in Burma will be bound by the company’s Code of Vendor Conduct. Gap Inc. clothing made in Burma will be available in stores this summer.
At a signing ceremony attended by U.S. Ambassador to Burma (now Myanmar), Derek J. Mitchell, and U.S. Agency for International Development #
About Gap Inc.
Gap Inc. is a leading global retailer offering clothing, accessories, and personal care products for men, women, and children under the Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperlime, Athleta, and Intermix brands. Fiscal year 2013 net sales were $16.1 billion. Gap Inc. products are available for purchase in more than 90 countries worldwide through about 3,100 company-operated stores, over 350 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites.
At a signing ceremony attended by U.S. Ambassador to Burma (now Myanmar), Derek J. Mitchell, and U.S. Agency for International Development #
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