Leah Germain
Articles by Leah Germain
Industry groups differ on Mexico’s WTO China complaint
18 October 2012
US textile industry experts are urging the American government to step up and support the recent complaint filed by Mexico at the World Trade Organization (WTO) on Chinese industrial policy regarding the textile and clothing sector.
US: Closes thread loophole in DR-CAFTA trade pact
15 October 2012
US textile industry experts are predicting a boost to the country's thread manufacturing sector following a reform to a loophole in the US-Dominican Republic-Central America Free Trade Agreement (DR-CAFTA) that had left American producers vulnerable.
US: USDA wants more bio-fabrics in government purchases
5 October 2012
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has asked textile companies to propose new bio-based fabrics for inclusion in a special catalogue of products that receive preferred purchase considerations by all US federal agencies and contractors.
US: New rules against harmful chemicals found in dyes
25 April 2012
