NICARAGUA SECURITY EXPERT SAYS BUYERS MUST PLAN SOURCING VISITS CAREFULLY AND HAVE QUICK EXIT STRATEGY
August 1st, 2018
International garment buyers visiting Nicaragua on sourcing trips have been warned to take additional precautions by a security expert linked to the US Fashion Industry Association (USFIA) because of the ongoing and escalating political unrest.
They are being advised liaise closely with local contacts about appropriate travel plans and potential factory closures, being aware that manufacturers may be wary of making public statements about the troubles, to avoid upsetting the government.
It is under intense pressure, with political opponents seeking an end to ...
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