Tag: Textiles
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Int’l Trade Fair to Boost Ethiopia’s Exports in Addis Ababa Next Week
Overview: A pivotal event for Ethiopia’s export-driven growth From February 4 to February 8, 2026, Addis Ababa will host a major international trade fair at Meskel Square, aimed at promoting Ethiopian products and creating market linkages with regional and global buyers. The event, organized by the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (ECCSA) in…
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Clothed in Uncertainty: Southeast Asia’s Garment Exports and the US-China Trade Tensions
Introduction: The Turning Wheel of Southeast Asia’s Garment Exports For decades, Southeast Asia has been a powerhouse in global garment production. From the late 1980s through today, countries like Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and Cambodia have built vibrant textile sectors that feed retail supply chains around the world. Yet, the region now faces a complex set…
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Agoa Extension: How US Rivalry with Russia and China Boosts African Exporters
Background: Agoa in the American-African Trade Landscape The Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) has long been a cornerstone of the United States’ trade strategy with sub-Saharan Africa. The program grants eligible African countries preferential access to the U.S. market for a broad range of products, helping exporters diversify beyond traditional partners and integrate into…
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Indonesia Targets 100% Trade Growth with EAEU After FTA Signing
Indonesia Sets Sights on 100% Trade Growth With EAEU Indonesia is aiming to significantly boost its trade with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) following the signing of a free trade agreement (FTA). Government officials and industry stakeholders in Jakarta have expressed optimism that the pact will translate into a near-doubling of bilateral trade in the…
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Textile Supply Chain Relief: Govt Drops 14 QCOs on Intermediate Goods as Industry Hopes for More Rollbacks
Overview: A Targeted Easing of Intermediaries The government has announced the rollback of 14 quantitative control orders (QCOs) on intermediate goods used in the textile value chain. This move follows an internal assessment that the existing mandate—enforcing standards on intermediaries and raw materials rather than only on finished goods—was creating unnecessary operational complexities for manufacturers.…
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Textile Sector Reels as 14 QCOs on Intermediate Goods Are Rolled Back
Background: A Policy U-Turn Aimed at Easing Supply Chains The government has revoked 14 Quality Control Orders (QCOs) that previously applied to intermediate goods used in the textile value chain. The move, welcomed by manufacturers and industry associations, comes after an internal report by NITI Aayog highlighted that enforcing standards on intermediaries and raw materials—rather…
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Researchers Turn to Epoxidised Cottonseed Oil for Safer Textile Finishes
Innovation in Textile Finishes: Safer, Water-Repellent Fabrics In the quest for safer, more sustainable textile finishes, scientists are turning to epoxidised cottonseed oil (ECSO) as a potential alternative to traditional chemical resins. The shift comes after concerns over formaldehyde-based finishes and PFAS, compounds long used to impart wrinkle resistance and water repellency but linked to…
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Understanding GST Impacts on Handloom Industry
The Introduction of GST on Handloom Sarees The introduction of an 18% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on handloom sarees has sent ripples through the textile industry in India. This significant tax hike, applicable to sarees priced above ₹2,500, is raising concerns among weavers and textile manufacturers alike. While the government claims these tax reforms…