The Indonesian government has officially rolled out a strategic tariff policy designed to safeguard domestic producers of cotton woven fabrics against the rising tide of imported goods. This decisive move follows a comprehensive investigation by the Indonesian Trade Safeguard Committee (KPPI), which concluded that a significant surge in cotton fabric imports has begun to destabilize the nation’s long-standing textile industry. The new duty, known as Bea Masuk Tindakan Pengamanan (BMTP) or Safeguard Measures Import Duty, will be applied on top of existing import duties and most-favored-nation rates.
The Chinese government has officially announced a targeted adjustment of import tariffs set to take effect in January 2026, a move designed to fortify domestic manufacturing supply chains amidst global economic shifts. According to the State Council, the new policy will apply lower import rates to a narrow but strategic segment of the textile value chain. However, unlike broad consumer-led measures, these incentives are strictly focused on upstream and intermediate inputs—such as synthetic fibers and high-performance yarns—leaving finished garments and mass-market clothing outside the scope of the reductions.
The Bangladeshi export industry endured a turbulent year in 2025, with merchandise exports falling by nearly 5% to $47.74 billion, according to the latest official data. This downturn was primarily driven by weakening global demand for apparel and consumer goods, exacerbated by a volatile geopolitical landscape. Ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East continued to disrupt international trade routes and unsettle supply chains, creating a challenging backdrop for the nation's economic engine.
Vietnam’s textile and garment industry continues to emerge as a standout performer in the Canadian market, maintaining a trajectory of robust growth despite global economic shifts. By 2025, Vietnam’s textile exports to Canada are estimated to grow by approximately 10%, surpassing 1.3 billion USD. This success is largely attributed to the strategic benefits of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), superior product quality, and Canada’s ongoing efforts to diversify its global supply chains.
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