ANALYSIS: Colombia’s clothing industry in crisis?
From short-term extensions of the Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA) to stalled free trade talks with the US and deteriorating…
Colombia’s makers face tough times
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INSIGHT: Columbia’s denim cluster on road to recovery
Colombia's denim production is located in the Medellín area, which over time has resulted in a lively cluster of jeans…
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US: Andean trade programme gets one-year extension
President Obama last week signed a one-year extension of the Andean Trade Preference Act and the Generalized System of Preferences…
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ANALYSIS: Trade preference talks spark lively debate
The wide gulf that exists between US retailers, importers and textile makers was highlighted this week as Congress embarked on…
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COLOMBIA: Textiles suffering from Venezuelan political row
Colombia’s textiles industry is suffering from the country’s poor diplomatic relations with neighbour Venezuela, with trade falling sharply and 50,000…
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COLOMBIA: Benetton to expand through Falabella deal
Italian fashion firm Benetton Group is to expand its operations in Colombia after signing a deal to open seven corners…