Sri Lanka’s apparel industry at risk under EU GSP+, JAAF warns
The EU adopted new GSP+ rules in May 2026 that will require higher compliance on human rights, labour, environmental standards…
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US activates new ‘forced labour’ tariffs on 60 trading partners
The action, directed by President Donald Trump and carried out today by Ambassador Jamieson Greer, invokes Section 301 of the…
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US demand lifts Sri Lanka apparel exports to 2026 monthly high
Sri Lanka's apparel and textile exports grew 7.96% n May 2026 to $394.14m, described as a sign that demand from…
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Sri Lanka apparel sector exports fall on global demand decline
Data from the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) revealed that the EU recorded the steepest fall in Sri Lankan apparel…
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Sri Lanka apparel exports to US, EU fall in January, UK holds steady
According to data released by the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), total exports during the month reached $425.44m compared with…
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Relaxed trade rules to benefit Sri Lanka apparel but eco, tech investment needed
Changes to the UK’s Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) in January (2026) eased rules of origins, allowing Sri Lanka’s clothing exports to enter the UK tariff-free with…
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US, UK, EU drive Sri Lanka apparel exports in December
The three markets accounted for most of the gains during the month, offsetting a decline in apparel shipments to other…
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Sri Lanka apparel event focuses on data-driven sustainability
The event brought together industry leaders and international experts to examine how new regulations in major export markets are reshaping…
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Sri Lanka fashion exports to UK expected to rise on tariff-free access
The reforms to the UK's Developing Countries Trading Scheme means Sri Lanka fashion manufacturers can now source up to 100%…
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Sri Lanka sees 2025 apparel export growth despite November dip
The latest figures show an increase in Sri Lanka apparel exports in 2025 compared to $4.34bn recorded during the same…
