Episode 36 | U.S. Customs: Fighting Forced Labor
The Expeditors Podcast
<p>Brenda Smith, Global Director of Government Outreach, details how the United States fights forced labor and what to expect when the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act goes into effect mid-June. We'll also take a look at what other countries are doing, as well as developments in technology to ensure compliance.</p>
<p>Guest: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendabrockmansmith/" rel="nofollow">Brenda Smith</a> - Global Director, Government Outreach</p>
<p>Resources: <a href="https://www.cbp.gov/sites/default/files/assets/documents/2022-Jun/UFLPA%20Fact%20Sheet_FINAL.pdf" rel="nofollow">UFLPA Fact Sheet from CBP</a></p>
<p>4:14 - The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA)</p>
<p>6:20 - Defining forced labor</p>
<p>7:33 - Responses to forced labor</p>
<p>11:44 - The U.S. Model</p>
<p>13:01 - Proving compliance and due diligence</p>
<p>16:59 - CBP Penalties</p>
<p>21:03 - Technology's role in fighting forced labor</p>
<p>22:43 - Maintaining a relationship with customs authorities</p>
<p>27:35 - Conversations internally and with your partners</p>
<p>20:09 - Closing thoughts</p>
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