Textile Chemicals & Markets: A new outlook for sodium sulphate highlights Asia-Pacific as the fastest-growing region through 2032, pointing to demand from detergents and broader textile-linked uses. Trade & Geopolitics: The US-Iran peace framework is sparking fresh debate over how much sanctions relief could actually follow, with potential knock-on effects for energy-linked costs that matter to textile supply chains. Egypt Textile Investment: Egypt’s SCZONE says Zhejiang Hongda will invest $20m in a West Qantara textile manufacturing and processing project, targeting exports of 70% and about 500 jobs. Fashion Tech & Health: Iranian researchers report a low-cost, highly sensitive formaldehyde gas sensor, relevant to indoor air monitoring where textiles and construction materials can be sources. Sustainability Regulation: An NRDC-linked report says PFAS levels in many textile products have dropped sharply after state restrictions, though some categories still show higher levels. Industrial Policy: India’s Viksit Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026 introduces “Choose Your Own Incentives,” including capital and interest support plus power tariff reimbursement for eligible industries. Research & Wearables: University of Seoul and Hanyang University researchers unveiled a textile-based electrical stimulation suit for full-body haptic feedback and therapeutic applications.