Diversifying Beyond Oil: Azerbaijan’s Cotton Challenge
Azerbaijan remains an energy-rich nation that wants to be recognized for more than hydrocarbons. Oil and gas still make up around 90% of export income and over half of government…
Smart Fabrics Poised to Hit USD 29 Billion Market
The global textile industry is entering a decisive transformation phase as smart and functional textiles move from niche innovation to mainstream commercial reality. Driven by advances in materials science, embedded…
Egypt Targets US$20 Billion in Garment Exports by 2030
Egypt’s ready-made garments and textiles sector could hit US$20 billion in annual exports by 2030, according to Mahmoud Ghazal, Member of the Textile Industries Chamber and Chairperson of Nile Textile…
Warangal PM MITRA Park Secures US $428 Million Investments
The PM MITRA Park in Warangal is expected to draw about ₹ 3,862 crore (approximately US $428 million) in investment from multiple textile firms, the Centre told Parliament on Tuesday.…
“Liberation Day” Tariffs: U.S. Trade Shake-Up Looms for Sneakers, Apparel and Consumers
On April 2, 2025, from the White House Rose Garden, Donald J. Trump rolled out what the administration dubbed “Liberation Day Tariffs,” slapping a sweeping 10 percent base tariff on…
Lessons For Bangladesh’s RMG From Vietnam’s Education–Industry Model
Bangladesh remains one of the world’s most influential players in the global apparel supply chain. Despite global economic challenges, supply chain disruptions, and evolving buyer expectations, the country continues to…
Tunisia Honours Ten Innovators For Their Innovation In The Textile Sector
Tunisia recognised ten companies and young entrepreneurs for advances in digitalisation, sustainability and export performance at the second TEX AWARDS ceremony, held on 28 November in Tunis by the Tunisian…
Brazil’s Rain-Fed Cotton: How Technology Meets Sustainable Production
Brazil has rapidly become one of the world’s most influential cotton producers, not just because of its scale but because of a production model built on rain-fed agriculture, advanced technology…
Apna Organics Shines at ZDHC South Asia Conference 2025
Apna Organics Pvt. Ltd. strengthened its position as a leading sustainable-chemistry innovator at the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme South Asia Conference 2025, where the company served as the Platinum…
DUAAF Announces Its Full Executive Committee for 2025–2027
The Dhaka University Alumni Apparel Foundation (DUAAF) has announced its full Executive Committee for the 2025–2027 term, marking the organisation’s first complete leadership panel since its formation. The Election Commission…