AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTrade & Policy: Pakistan’s textile and hosiery exporters are warning that a nationwide goods transport strike could disrupt raw-material and container flows, delay shipments, and raise demurrage costs, urging governments to restart negotiations. Market Outlook: The State Bank of Pakistan flagged risks to FY27, including Middle East conflict-driven energy and freight costs, climate shocks, tariff uncertainty, and intensifying textiles competition. Regional Trade Deals: Bangladesh and South Korea signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on Aug. 4, aiming to turn post-LDC graduation market access into real export growth and supply-chain integration. Exports Watch: Vietnam reported July textile and garment exports at $4.7bn, with apparel up and upstream inputs (fiber/yarn, accessories) also rising. Industry Moves: Pakistan will take part in Intertextile Shanghai Apparel Fabrics and Yarn Expo Autumn 2026 with exhibitors and a focus on natural, bio-based and recycled solutions. Sustainability & Materials: Bluesign aligned PFAS limits with new standards, while MIT-linked research highlights a new all-polyethene stretch yarn approach for recycling. Health & Regulation: A UK “urgent health warning” targets silver-infused underwear over concerns about stubborn bacterial infections, as proposed rules could restrict silver in clothing.
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