Nestlé Closes Baby Formula Plant in Ireland, Cutting 500 Jobs as Birth Rates Decline in China
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Nestlé is closing its baby milk factory in Ireland due to declining birth rates in China, resulting in over 500 job losses.
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The facility produced infant formula almost exclusively for the Chinese market.
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Falling birth rates in China mean less demand for imported baby milk powder.
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China is now sourcing more formula locally rather than relying on imports.
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The Irish government has expressed disappointment and will engage with Nestlé to support affected workers.