IAF, ITMF conference in Indonesia focused on shaping apparel’s future
The IAF and ITMF conference, which was hosted in close collaboration with the host Indonesian Textile Association (API), gathered over…
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Philippines fashion sector looks to Europe, Asia on US tariff burden
Under the US government’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs, Philippines-origin garments now face an additional 19% duty when imported into the US. While this matches the rate for Indonesia and is only…
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Week in Review: Why do those least responsible pay most for climate change?
Torrential rain, flooding, and power outages have displaced thousands and damaged infrastructure in key garment-producing areas, including Port-au-Prince in Haiti.…
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Can Haiti apparel sector survive Hurricane Melissa, HOPE/HELP loss?
At least 30 people have died in Haiti after Hurricane Melissa tore through the Caribbean earlier this week, according to…
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İHKİB VP: Türkiye will ‘catch-up’ on fashion exports in 2026
While sat in the bustling bar area of the glamorous ballroom in London's Sheraton Grand Park Lane hotel, İHKİB's vice…
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China-US tariff reduction ‘positive’ but too high for apparel sourcing
The US has agreed to shave 10% off the tariffs against China after Chinese president Xi Jinping agreed to tackle…
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Bangladesh apparel sector to install cargo storage after airport fire
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) and the Bangladesh Knitwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BKMEA) are establishing a…
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Première Vision trade fair to integrate Made in France PV from 2026
The move aims to align more closely with shifts in the fashion market and strengthen the coherence and visibility of…
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Apparel leaders push for decarbonisation to boost competitiveness
From cotton growers to global brands, speakers at the joint annual meeting of the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and…
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Apparel sector confronts tariffs, turbulence at IAF, ITMF Summit
A joint annual meeting of the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and the International Apparel Federation (IAF) heard how the industry is trying navigate…
