Reliance Retail has launched an app in India to sell fashionwear from China's Shein under a licensing deal, almost five years since Shein's app was banned in the country after getting caught up in a diplomatic tussle.

Chinese fast-fashion platform Shein has relaunched in India through a partnership with local conglomerate Reliance's retail chain, nearly five years after

Founded in China in 2012 and later headquartered in Singapore, Shein became popular for its affordable Western fashion. However, its app was among the Chinese applications banned in India in 2020.

Shein, the Chinese fast-fashion brand, returns to India after a five-year ban, partnering with Reliance Retail. This deal ensures data security with all customer data stored in India, addressing previous security concerns.

Shein has returned to the Indian market through a new app launched by Reliance Retail, focusing on local manufacturing and strict data sovereignty. The move comes as Shein plans a potential London stock market listing and faces increased regulatory scrutiny in Europe.