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OTB marks 20 years of Diesel in China with the opening of its new APAC headquarters in Shanghai
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October 17, 2025
Only The Brave reaffirms its long-term commitment to China with three initiatives that underscore the importance of the Chinese market for the international fashion and luxury group, which brings together the brands Diesel, Jil Sander, Maison Margiela, Marni, Viktor&Rolf, and the companies Staff International and Brave Kid, and holds a stake in the Amiri brand. In addition, founder Renzo Rosso says he will invest further in China.
The first initiative is the official opening of its new APAC headquarters in Shanghai, a region where OTB now has 900 employees and around 100 stores, spread across China, Hong Kong, and Macao. Attending the inauguration ceremony, alongside the group’s founder, Renzo Rosso, were the Consul General of Italy in Shanghai Tiziana D’Angelo and Shanghai’s Jing’an District authorities.
The new headquarters boasts double the space of its previous address and is located in the Lee Gardens building. Nestled in the heart of the city’s Jing’an District, it overlooks the scenic Suzhou Creek. According to a statement, the location and expansion of the offices reflect the group’s desire to strengthen its roots in China, as well as to offer the team increasingly modern and functional workspaces and to consolidate relationships with local partners.
The second initiative during Renzo Rosso’s visit to China was a talk for students at Donghua University, one of Asia’s most prestigious design and fashion universities, organised under the patronage of the Consulate General of Italy, Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, Altagamma, the Italian Trade Agency, and the Italian Cultural Institute.
Third initiative: as 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of Diesel’s presence in China, where the brand has built a recognisable and coherent presence, an event was organised at the Fosun Foundation in Shanghai. The highlight of the event was the launch of a capsule collection titled “Diesel China 20th Anniversary”, designed by Creative Director Glenn Martens.
“China is a country with a unique energy; every time I come back here I am fascinated by its pace, creativity and speed,” said Renzo Rosso. “For our group, China is not only a strategic market, but an inexhaustible source of inspiration. Over the past two decades, we have expanded the presence of our brands and built an authentic dialogue with new generations who share the values of our brands. Our philosophy is to collaborate with local communities to merge brand know-how with the local mindset. The opening of the new Shanghai headquarters, meeting with young talent at Donghua University, and the celebrations of Diesel’s 20th anniversary represent a special moment for me and for the OTB Group […] We will continue to invest in China in the future.”
Shortly before the evening event in Shanghai, Rosso told Reuters that these investments in China will be made by his group despite the decline in the local market, and will take the form of a reorganisation of OTB’s retail presence. The entrepreneur revealed that some stores will be closed, but others will be opened in new and better locations.
“I am optimistic. I think that if the Chinese market continues to proceed in this way, it could represent an opportunity, because we will be able to have better spaces at better prices, which wasn’t the case before,” Rosso told Reuters. “My current vision is to invest in the country. I believe in China; it’s so big, so important. We are doing well this year compared to the market,” he added. “Everyone is in decline; we have some growth, so we are quite satisfied.”
Over the years, the Veneto-based group has supported numerous initiatives and collaborations in China that have connected the creativity and values of its brands with designers, artists and local communities. Notable among these are the “Marni Miao” project, which celebrated the elegance and complexity of embroidery by reinterpreting the codes of the Miao minority through a contemporary lens, as well as the various capsule collections that Diesel has created in collaboration with Chinese designers such as Xander Zhou and Pronounce and celebrities such as William Chan and Chris Lee, along with events and music tours with local artists.
In addition, Maison Margiela has brought its experimental vision into dialogue with the country’s contemporary art and culture through new retail formats, pop-ups, installations and initiatives in different cities, while MM6 Maison Margiela has collaborated with designer Chen Peng.
In addition, OTB has long supported the new generation of Chinese talent. Renzo Rosso has in fact served on the jury of the BoF China Prize in 2019 and supported the launch of the Yu Prize competition, providing mentorship and coaching to support and develop the country’s young designers.
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In the course of a meeting with Hun Manet at the Peace Palace in Phnom Penh, Ambassador DesRoches expressed appreciation for the long-standing diplomatic ties, highlighting the steady progress in bilateral relations, particularly in trade and Canadian investment in Cambodia.
The envoy underscored his country’s commitment to supporting Cambodia’s successful hosting of the 20th Francophonie Summit. He stressed Canada’s commitment to further strengthening and expanding cooperation between the two countries, especially in trade and economic relations, while also reaffirming support for Cambodia’s development priorities.
Cambodian PM Hun Manet and Canadian ambassador to the country Christian DesRoches recently discussed strengthening economic ties, while advancing preparations for the 20th Francophonie Summit scheduled for November.
The envoy stressed Canada’s commitment to further strengthening and expanding bilateral cooperation, especially in trade and economic ties, and reaffirmed support for development priorities.
He thanked Cambodia for its support in promoting Canada’s economic cooperation with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and advancing negotiations for the ASEAN-Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA), expected to be concluded and signed soon, according to Cambodian media reports.
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CBP is developing the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) functionality within the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) to streamline the submission and processing of valid refund requests for duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), as authorised by court order or applicable law.
US Customs and Border Protection will launch on April 20 an electronic system that importers can use to claim tariff refunds authorised by court order or applicable law.
Phase 1 will be limited to certain unliquidated entries and certain entries within 80 days of liquidation.
Refunds will be issued within 60-90 days of the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries declaration getting accepted.
Phase 1 will be limited to certain unliquidated entries and certain entries within 80 days of liquidation.
CAPE is designed to consolidate refunds of IEEPA duties including interest rather than processing refunds on an entry-by-entry basis.
CBP plans to implement CAPE through a phased development approach, adding more functionality in subsequent phases for more complicated scenarios, it said in a release.
Valid IEEPA refunds will generally be issued within 60-90 days following acceptance of the CAPE declaration, unless a compliance concern requires further CBP review.
However, certain scenarios, such as entries that are extended, suspended or under review, and warehouse entries, will maintain their liquidation status with validated refunds issued at liquidation.
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Named in honor of Gap Inc. co-founder Doris Fisher, the program reflects her legacy of creativity, curiosity, and belief in people. It also builds on Gap Inc.’s commitment to helping bridge the opportunity gap by creating stronger connections between education and careers in the fashion industry.
Gap Inc., led by Richard Dickson, has launched The Doris Fisher Creators Program with the Fashion Institute of Technology to mentor students in fashion careers.
Starting Fall 2026, the programme will offer structured mentorship, industry exposure, and networking for select students, honouring Doris Fisher and strengthening pathways from education to careers.
“Gap Inc. is a house of iconic American brands guided by our purpose — to bridge gaps to create a better world. That includes bridging the opportunity gap. FIT embodies that same spirit, bringing education and industry together to unlock talent and expand what’s possible. We’re committed to opening doors, investing in emerging creatives, and building meaningful pathways into this industry for the next generation,” said Dickson.
The Doris Fisher Creators Program will connect FIT students with Gap Inc. leaders and creatives through a structured mentorship experience designed to provide exposure to the business of fashion, industry insights, and meaningful professional connection.
The program will launch in Fall 2026 and run through the academic year, and the inaugural cohort will include students from select disciplines, including Fashion Design, Graphic Design (Apparel), and Fabric Styling.
“Supporting emerging talent is a core expression of Gap Inc.’s purpose in action. Through initiatives such as The Doris Fisher Creators Program — alongside This Way ONward, the Rotational Management Program, and our broader internship and mentorship efforts — the company continues to bridge the opportunity gap for young people looking to start meaningful careers in fashion and retail,” added Amy Thompson, Chief People Officer at Gap Inc.
“We are incredibly proud to be the first public college to partner with Gap Inc. on this groundbreaking mentorship program. This remarkable opportunity with one of the world’s most iconic brands will support 30 talented FIT students over the next year, placing them at the intersection of innovation and impact,” said Jason S. Schupbach, president of FIT.
A benefit for the FIT Foundation, this year’s FIT Annual Gala honored Gap Inc. President & CEO Richard Dickson and was attended by distinguished guests and alumni including Ciara, Aloe Blacc, Zac Posen, Bob Fisher and others.
The FIT Foundation provided scholarships totaling more than $3 million in 2025.
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