Middle East and Africa
Fiber & yarn
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...
Uzbekistan Aims to Enhance Tech Cooperation with Iran, Eyes $1 Billion Investment in 2024: Ambassador
Uzbekistan's ambassador to Iran revealed on Thursday plans to intensify collaboration with Iran in the technology sector, aiming to significantly increase bilateral investment to...
Turkey’s BOTAS and Egypt’s EGAS Forge Partnership to Enhance Energy Cooperation
In a significant stride towards bolstering regional energy ties, Turkey's state energy company, BOTAS, announced on Thursday a collaborative breakthrough with Egypt's state-run natural...
Turkey on the Way to Become the CAPITAL of DENIM with Premium Products
Turkey, which exports 1.8 billion dollars worth of denim clothing products in 2022, is rapidly moving towards becoming the capital of denim with its...
UNIDO Unveils Roadmap for Circular Textile Value Chain in Morocco
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has presented a comprehensive roadmap for developing a circular textile value chain in Morocco. The roadmap, unveiled...
Strong Brands of the Carpet Industry will Convene in Gaziantep
Gaziantep Carpet Fair, which will bring together strong companies in the carpet industry, will take place at Gaziantep Middle East Fair Center (OFM) between...
Nigeria’s Inflation Hits 29.90%, Reaches Highest Level Since Mid-1996
According to recent data released by the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria's headline inflation rate surged to 29.90% in January 2024, marking the highest...
Turkey Plans to Establish Industrial Zone in Egypt
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Bursa, Turkey, has revealed its intentions to establish an industrial zone in Egypt, following discussions held during...
New Project Launched to Drive Circular Economy in Africa’s Textile Sector
In a bid to address environmental concerns and boost sustainability in Africa's textile industry, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has unveiled a...
Mahlo’s Impact: Elevating the Textile Landscape in the Middle East and Africa
In our interview, we explore the pivotal role that European companies and organizations play in advancing the textile sector in the Middle East and...
Countdown Begins: 100 Days to EATLW!
With just 100 days remaining until the highly anticipated East Africa Textile and Leather Week (EATLW), anticipation is reaching fever pitch among fashion enthusiasts...