Factory Blaze in China’s ‘Shoe Capital’ Kills 28
NYT > World News·July 9, 2026

A factory fire in China's "Shoe Capital" has resulted in the deaths of 28 people. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has urged authorities to investigate the blaze, which is the latest in a series of deadly workplace accidents in the country this year. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about workplace safety in China. Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire.
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