Should the EU ban the import of ultra-cheap clothing from companies like Shein and Temu?

Ultra-fast fashion platforms utilize air freight to bypass traditional import duties, flooding the EU with cheap garments that are often discarded after a few wears. Proponents of a ban argue these business models generate massive textile waste in Africa and rely on suspected forced labor. Opponents argue that banning these apps hurts low-income families struggling with inflation who rely on affordable clothing options.