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TCFPOST Report Indian athletes and team members are set to promote “Made in India” jute-viscose blended apparel at the Commonwealth Games 2026, to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 2. “This marks the first occasion on which jute-based apparel will be showcased at an international multi-sport event. The initiative is expected … Read more
TCF POST Report In alignment with the nation’s semiquincentennial celebrations, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has officially launched its landmark digital archival platform, “250 Years of Fashion.” This platform serves as a comprehensive cultural and historical retrospective, highlighting the profound impact that the TCF (Textile, Clothing and Footwear) sectors have had on shaping … Read more
TCF POST Analysis Uzbekistan’s textile and clothing sector is set to receive a fresh boost, as industry observers note that the government of Central Asia’s emerging textile powerhouse has initiated an effective policy package for the local cotton and textile sector. The new phase of financial and structural support, anchored by a Presidential Resolution, is … Read more
TCF POST Report Asia Pacific Rayon (APR) recently conducted its Lyocell Fabric Processing Masterclass in two of Indonesia’s key textile hubs—Bandung and Solo—to help accelerate the adoption of next-generation sustainable fibres. APR, a concern of the Singapore-based Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) group, brought together representatives from more than 50 knitted and woven fabric manufacturers, value-chain … Read more
TCF POST Analysis The appointment of Charlie Cole as CEO of Lands’ End, effective July 13, 2026, marks a decisive shift in the company’s trajectory. By bringing in an executive with a deep background in digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI), the Board of Directors is signaling that the next phase of growth for this … Read more
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 26, 2026 – Malaysian government officials have disclosed strong growth in the country’s textile trade, outlining aims for the nation to become a premier regional sourcing hub for textile manufacturers. Officials shared this vision for Malaysia to serve as a strategic sourcing hub for Southeast Asian and South Asian textile manufacturers … Read more
TCF POST Report COLOMBO — Sri Lanka’s Apparel & Textiles sector is showing early signs of a turnaround after a challenging start to the year, posting its strongest monthly performance of 2026 in May. However, a deeper look at the data reveals a stark contrast between a booming broader export economy and a primary sector … Read more
TCF POST Analysis Latest figures from the Chinese General Administration of Customs indicate that easing of trade tensions between China and the U.S. drove a robust month-on-month recovery, particularly in the apparel sector,in May 2026. However, due to a high statistical baseline from the previous year, overall exports for the month declined slightly year-on-year. Looking … Read more
TCF POST Report DHAKA: The Australian Natural Fibres Summit was held in Dhaka on Tuesday, June 23, drawing more than 150 spinners, manufacturers, and brand representatives who gathered to hear directly from Australian cotton and wool industry leaders. The summit delivered key market updates on what is driving the Australian natural fibers industry, while its … Read more
TCF POST Report The Korea Federation of Textile Industries (KOFOTI) is launching a three-year mission focused on three core goals. Its leadership aims to achieve 100% localization of defense fibers (materials used in military uniforms and equipment), revitalize startups in the textile and fashion sectors, and discover and promote promising textile and fashion companies. While … Read more
