"Shein said in a statement it was temporarily suspending listings by third-party sellers in France a move the the company said it planned before the finance ministry's statement. "We acknowledge the announcement made today by the government. The safety of our customers and the integrity of our marketplace [a platform for third-party sellers] are our top priorities," the company said. The company said it wished "to engage in dialogue with French authorities as soon as possible.""
"Shein, the clothing company that has built a massive reputation online for fast fashion, opened its first physical store in Paris on Wednesday. But not without controversy. The French Finance Ministry announced shortly afterward that it was moving to suspend Shein's online platform until it complies with French laws and regulations. Days earlier, Shein came under fire from French authorities for listing a "childlike" sex doll for sale."
Shein opened its first physical store in Paris and immediately faced government action. The French Finance Ministry moved to suspend Shein's online platform until the company complies with French laws and regulations, acting on Prime Minister's instructions and planning an initial ministerial review within 48 hours. Days earlier, French authorities flagged a listing of "childlike" sex dolls, with the consumer watchdog saying product descriptions and categorization indicated child-like pornographic nature. Shein temporarily suspended third-party seller listings in France and said it planned the move prior to the ministry statement. Shein emphasized customer safety, marketplace integrity, and expressed a wish to engage with French authorities.
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