AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUS Tariffs & Forced Labour: The Trump administration has imposed 10–12.5% Section 301 forced-labour tariffs on imports from 60+ countries as temporary 10% worldwide duties expire, with critics saying the move is more about replacing prior tariffs than enforcing labour bans. India-US Trade Relief: India says about 45% of its exports to the US stay outside the extra 10% duty thanks to exemptions, while the textile-specific mechanism is still pending. Jordan Apparel Advantage: Jordan’s industry minister says Jordanian clothing and textile exports now enter the US with full customs duty exemption under a reciprocal deal, aiming to boost exports and attract investment. Bangladesh Energy Pressure: Bangladesh’s gas supply remains tight after an FSRU fire in Cox’s Bazar, hitting Dhaka households and raising pressure on the wider economy. Myntra MSME Push: Myntra plans to onboard ~400 West Bengal sellers, spotlighting handloom clusters ahead of the festive season. Tiruppur Worker Housing: Tiruppur exporters urge Tamil Nadu’s industrial policy to include dorms and affordable housing for migrant garment workers. Sustainability Move: Sappi joins the ZDHC Foundation Roadmap to Zero to eliminate harmful chemicals across the fashion supply chain.
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