Widodo Standardization And Consumer Protection Director, Trade Ministry:
Once An Item Enters Indonesia, It's Difficult To Eliminate It

Imported used clothing has fast begun flooding the markets around the country. It is not only sold in stores, these second-hand goods are now available in malls, and even offered online. Although it is banned with the reason that it could impact the local textile industries and that it is 'undignified' for our consumers, the government admits it is having a difficult time restricting the sales of imported second-hand clothes. "We need a tougher law," said Widodo, who is director-general of standardization and consumer protection with the trade ministry at his office, last week.

July 10, 2015