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Turkmenistan cotton bans urged as findings suggest forced labour persists

An international coalition of civil society groups has reported a resurgence of state-imposed forced labour during Turkmenistan’s 2025 cotton harvest, renewing concerns over the country’s role in global cotton supply chains.

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Opportunity for developing exporters in China apparel import surge

Despite being the world’s largest apparel exporter, a new study claims China’s apparel imports are proving an unlikely opportunity for developing nations including Vietnam, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Cambodia.

Four strategies for success in UK menswear market

A new GlobalData report highlights four core strategies retailers must adopt to succeed in the UK menswear market.

World Collective unveils DPP-ready supplier library for fashion brands 

World Collective, a platform for sustainable sourcing in fashion, has launched what it describes as the industry’s first collection of supplier-verified, DPP-ready textile materials.

Textile ETP launches digital transformation roadmap for EU textiles

A strategic roadmap aimed at transforming the European textile and apparel industry through digital technologies was unveiled by the DigitX Innovation Hub, an initiative co-led by Textile ETP, on 26 May 2026.