India-EU Trade Boost: Bharat Tex Trade Federation and Première Vision SA signed an LoI to help Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs and first-time exporters, connect with European buyers via PV Paris, with a focus on innovation, sustainability and design. India-UK CETA Takes Effect: The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement came into force, promising tariff cuts and deeper cooperation; early impacts for consumers may include cheaper premium Scotch, cars and select goods, while exporters gain major market access. Textile Policy Push (Ireland): Ireland published a draft delivery plan for a national textile EPR scheme, aiming for collection, sorting, reuse and recycling ahead of an April 2028 deadline. Circularity & Standards: NIST invited sorting facilities to use a new RGTM 10279 fibre test material to benchmark textile sorting and improve recycling outcomes. Market Watch (India): Delhi cotton yarn prices rose on upstream cost pressure, while demand stayed average; Ludhiana saw steadier yarn with improved downstream activity. Bharat Tex 2026 Roadmap: Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh unveiled the “India Textiles & Apparel CXO Blueprint 2030” targeting $100bn exports by shifting to capability competitiveness through circularity, traceability and AI. Local Promotion (Malaysia): KPDN partnered with Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week under the JOM MALAYSIA movement to spotlight Malaysian-made products on a global fashion platform.