Sanchita B. Saxena, PhD
Areas of expertise: Business and human rights, the garment industry in Asia, labor conditions in global supply chains, stakeholder engagement, shared responsibility business models and partnerships, effective grievance mechanisms, and economic and political development in South Asia.
IN THE NEWS: May 2025
With May 1st marking International Labour Day, I write on the impact of new U.S. tariffs on workers downstream in supply chains, particularly in the garment sector.
Are these challenging times a chance to reimagine more equitable supply chains that are better for workers?
In my commentary published by the Institute for Human Rights and Business, I argue:
"Could this time of extreme uncertainty be an opportunity for businesses to rethink their purchasing practices and pursue more collaborative and cooperative relationships that may be better for businesses, their suppliers, and ultimately for workers, in the long run? Regardless of the fluctuating tariffs, businesses must always be prepared for uncertainty, whether due to a pandemic, armed conflict, economic downturns, or climate change. A shared responsibility model, built on collaborative relationships, is the best way forward."
