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Aid by Trade Foundation Joins International Alliance for Sustainable Cotton Production in Chad
The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) has joined the newly formed Koskilna Compact alliance. This international multi-stakeholder coalition of non-governmental organisations, companies, and state actors aims to promote the...
Fiber & yarn
AbTF Publishes Independent Verification Results for Cotton made in Africa’s Standards
The Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) is releasing the latest edition of its annual, aggregated report on the...
Middle East and Africa
Top Textile Companies in Azerbaijan
The Evolution of Azerbaijan's Textile Industry
Azerbaijan's textile industry has a rich history intertwined with the nation's cultural and...
Exhibition News
Iran’s Unique Textile Industry Advantages
In recent years, Iran has made significant strides in revitalizing its textile industry, building on its unique advantages...
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Işıl Tekstil’s New Investments in the Niğde Yarn Facility
Işıl Tekstil Enhances Its Technological Infrastructure: Boosting the Niğde Yarn Facility
Işıl Tekstil continues to advance its technological infrastructure...
Premiere Vision Istanbul 2018 attracts global visitors
Premiere Vision Istanbul 2018, the 8th edition of the premium hub for Middle East & Eastern Europe fashion, which was held from March 7...
Cotton export dents industrialisation: Nigerian Minister
Continued export of raw cotton with little or no value addition by the African producers is unsustainable due to global instability in the prices of the...
Future-KR joint venture to operate apparel stores in Gulf
India’s Future Group recently announced a 50:50 joint venture, KR Future Fashions, with Khimji Ramdas (KR) to operate Fashion at Big Bazaar (fbb) apparel...
Nigerian should opt for mass production: fashion designers
Many Nigerian fashion designers feel their country, one of the biggest consumers of fashion in Africa, can boost the economy, meet rising domestic demand,...
Iran ranked 16th largest car manufacturer in 2017
The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructers’ d'Automobiles) ranked Iran as the 16th largest car manufacturer in 2017.
The country...
IMF urges Iran to make structural economic reforms, address youth unemployment
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) called on Iran for structural economic reforms for enabling the private sector to grow and to create the jobs...
Sharjah established women-only business portal
The Sharjah Business Women Council (SBWC) and the Sharjah Economic Development Department (SEDD) have launched a platform available to women entrepreneurs, aimed at accelerating...
Moroccan artisans and handicrafts in the spotlight in Abu Dhabi
Moroccan craftsmen are showcasing their handicrafts in a new exhibition titled ‘Morocco in Abu Dhabi’ at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre until March...
Decline In Apparel Exports To UAE
India’s credit rating agency Icra has sounded a warning signal to the apparel export sector stating that the volume and value of exports are...
UAE-Greece explore boosting trade ties
UAE-Greece :: The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry hosted the UAE-Greek Business Forum, exploring trade and investment opportunities in both countries.
At the forum,...