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News China continues suspension of SA wool imports due to FMD PORT ELIZABETH – China, the world’s largest importer of wool, has confirmed that the suspension of all wool imports from Read More »
News Brands want sustainability – but who will fund it? BUDAPEST – Unit prices for apparel imports to the US from Bangladesh fell by 7 per cent between 2014 and Read More »
News Dutch textile partnership reports progress AMSTERDAM – Participants in the Dutch Agreement on Sustainable Garments and Textile (AGT) are, “well on the way to meeting Read More »
News Indonesian Nike supplier leaves workers with US$3m shortfall WASHINGTON – A leading US labour rights group is urging Nike put its weight behind the claims of Indonesian workers Read More »
News New BGMEA head vows to boost female leadership DHAKA – The first ever female leader of Bangladesh’s powerful Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association has vowed to boost Read More »