...we would like to thank for the opportunity to comment on the stories that have appeared on the Internet concerning the conditions at our factory in Yantai, China...we appreciate this chance to weed out some of the many incorrect claims that have been put forward...We regret the fact that the situation at our factory in Yantai has developed to this point and we are actively trying to resolve the situation and to reach mutual agreements with all parties involved...We...do indeed assume full responsibility for these mistakes and that we have implemented a series of new routines...Firstly, it has been claimed that we refuse to recognize a workplace union. This is untrue...Secondly, it has been claimed that we have dismissed six workers because of their participation in union activities. This is incorrect...Lastly, it has been stated that we have no intention of respecting labour rights. This is untrue.