Nike denies pulling out of Indonesia.

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Nike denies pulling out of Indonesia.

Saturday, 01 February 2003 14:30

(Unrest and labour conflicts in Indonesia)

Nike denies pulling out of Indonesia.

Feb 2003, One of Oxfam Community Aid Abroad's concerns has been that the closure of the PT Doson factory might have signaled the beginning of a mass relocation of production by Nike and its competitors from Indonesia to countries where independent unions are illegal.

In response to questions from ourselves and others, Nike and its main competitors, Reebok and Adidas, have restated their current commitment to staying in Indonesia.

On 22 November The Jakarta Post quoted Nike Indonesia's General Manager Jeff DuMont as saying:

"Any statement indicating that Nike is significantly reducing orders to Indonesia is incorrect.... Our commitment is demonstrated by our ongoing work with 47 contract footwear, apparel and equipment contract factory groups in Indonesia, which employ over 120,000 people. While business reality and global conditions do impact our business practices, Nike is looking forward to a positive future in Indonesia."

We hope this commitment is maintained. Read Oxfam Community Aid Abroad's statement on this at www.caa.org.au/campaigns/nike/news/nikeinindonesia.html