The World of Blue Jeans

In order to fulfill the huge demand for their products, workers at the garment factories in Zhongshan are often required to work every day of the month.
Justin Jin / Panos

Zhongshan, China
A young child sleeps on a bed of denim while workers sew pocket and button details.

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