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In a groundbreaking move towards sustainability and self-sufficiency, the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) is spearheading efforts to transform garment waste into recyclable materials, with the potential to cut cotton imports by a substantial 15 percent. President Mohammad Ali Khokon envisions this initiative as a pivotal step for the industry.

The Ministry of Industry in Indonesia has unveiled plans to disburse a substantial budget of IDR 52 billion for the restructuring of machinery in the textile industry in the fiscal year 2024. Kris Sasono Ngudi Wibowo, Secretary of the Directorate General of the Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Textile Industry (IKFT) at the Ministry of Industry, shared insights into the ambitious program, highlighting its potential impact on modernizing the sector.

 

In a recent release of statistics by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), it has been revealed that since the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) went into effect in June 2022, U.S. authorities have detained more than 1,090 shipments related to apparel, textiles, and footwear, collectively valued at over $46 million.

The apparel industry in Bangladesh is witnessing a significant shift as imports of manmade fibers (MMF) surge, reflecting a strategic move to diversify garment manufacturing and capture a larger share of the rapidly expanding global market for non-cotton wear. Industry sources indicate a more than 13% increase in non-cotton fiber imports in the past calendar year, as Bangladesh aims to keep pace with the evolving landscape of global clothing demands.

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