Not Just Do It, But Do It Right Pakistan

It is clearly stated in the U.S. constitution that child labor is illegal, inhumane and is not to be practiced by any U.S. companies. However, the World Trade Organization prohibits members from discriminating against country that use child labor. Allegations of poor working conditions, employee mistreatment, and child labor have been reported in Pakistan’s Nike workshops. High inflation rates in Pakistan make it increasingly hard for the low-income population to survive, which boosts the tradition of child labor all over the reign. Exported good are an important centre for the Pakistani market, especially sporting goods. Lack of political will, gender discrimination, and low national budgets make education a low priority. The national budget calls for only 3% of the total gross domestic product to be allocated to education. “More than 200 children, some as young as 4 and 5 years of age, are involved in the production line.” Local firms that are subcontracted by bigger companies like Nike hire the children. Leaving Nike technically not responsible for the sweatshops and illegal child labor, but instead placing the fault on the subsidized local businesses.