A Paris Court of Appeal has rejected the French government's bid to suspend Chinese online platform Shein's marketplace, upholding a previous ruling made in December. The decision comes after a scandal erupted in November when France's consumer watchdog found sex dolls resembling children and banned weapons for sale on Shein's marketplace. Shein has been at the center of the controversy since November, when it was found to be selling sex dolls that resembled children and banned weapons. In response, the French government attempted to suspend the platform. However, a Paris court initially rejected the government's request in December, ruling that a three-month suspension would be "disproportionate." The government subsequently appealed the ruling, leading to Thursday's decision. Shein took swift action in response to the consumer watchdog's findings, banning all sex dolls and suspending the adult products category from its marketplace globally on November 3. The company claimed that it had implemented significant controls to ensure a safe online shopping experience for its consumers in France. In a statement released after the ruling, Shein emphasized its ongoing efforts to maintain a safe and enjoyable online shopping experience for its French consumers. "Over the last several months, we have continued to significantly reinforce our controls for both sellers and products on our marketplace," the statement read. "We have maintained a close dialogue with French and European authorities to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations." The company's statement suggests that it is committed to working with authorities to address any concerns and maintain a safe online environment. The ruling is the latest development in a broader probe launched by the European Union into Shein's online marketplace, which is accused of selling illegal items and featuring addictive design. The probe, which was launched in November, is ongoing and is expected to continue in the coming months. As the controversy surrounding Shein continues to unfold, the company's commitment to safety and compliance will remain under scrutiny.