The US apparel and footwear industry has urged its government to downgrade Uzbekistan to the lowest tier in its upcoming trafficking report in response to the country's continued use of forced labour in its cotton harvests.

A report submitted by the Cotton Campaign to support the calls has been endorsed by a group of 36 industry associations, brands, and labour and retail groups, including the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA).

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