BANGKOK -- Thailand's bid to turn pants with elephant patterns printed on them into a tourist sensation has sparked a heated debate among Thais, who wonder whether the billowy garments can be called part of Thailand's unique culture even if 70% of the things being sold in the country are made in China.
The influx of cheap Chinese-made elephant pants has raised concerns about their impact on Thailand's tourism industry, provoking discussions on copyright protection.
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