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Japan’s textile trade shows strong apparel demand, weak yarn imports
In contrast, imports of textile yarn and fabric fell *.* per cent to ***,*** million yen (~$*.** billion) during the same period, representing just * per cent of total imports. On the export side, textile yarn and fabric shipments slipped *.* per cent to ***,*** million yen (~$*.** billion), while textile machinery exports grew *.* per cent to ***,*** million yen (~$*** million), contributing *.* per cent to Japan’s total exports of **,***,*** million yen. The machinery export growth indicates ongoing international demand for Japanese technology, especially in developing textile hubs.
In September ****, clothing and accessories imports increased *.* per cent year-on-year to ***,*** million yen (~$*.** billion), accounting for *.* per cent of total imports worth *,***,*** million yen. Imports of textile yarn and fabric also rose *.* per cent to ***,*** million yen (~$*** million), representing * per cent of total imports.
The Taiwan Textile Select at TITAS 2025, organised under the Textile Export Promotion Project (TEPP) by the Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF) and commissioned by the International Trade Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), spotlighted Taiwan’s leadership in sustainable, functional, and fashion textiles.
At TITAS, Taiwan Textile Select, under the Textile Export Promotion Project by TTF and MOEA, spotlighted 19 leading firms advancing eco-conscious, high-performance textiles.
The ‘RECODE 2050’ showcase and company presentations emphasised Taiwan’s R&D strength, sustainability leadership, and role as a global hub for next-generation textile innovation.
Aimed at positioning Taiwan as a global hub for eco-conscious sourcing, TEPP facilitates international buyer meetings, nurtures textile traders, stages fashion showcases, and promotes the industry worldwide. The Taiwan Textile Select booth’s successful debut at TITAS 2025 this month featured 19 leading companies, reflecting the nation’s robust supply chain, R&D excellence, and commitment to sustainability.
The ‘RECODE 2050’ fashion showcase illustrated the synergy between textile manufacturers and designers, translating innovative sustainable fabrics into high-fashion creations. Additionally, four key companies—Li Peng, New Wide, Wildbear Technology, and N-Star—delivered presentations on circularity, certification, and renewable material innovations.
By bridging performance and sustainability through such initiatives, TEPP continues to enhance Taiwan’s global competitiveness and strengthen its reputation as a source of next-generation textile solutions.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RKS)
Published
October 27, 2025
Womenswear retailer New Look has launched its first-ever loyalty programme, Club New Look. The company, which is one of the biggest British names in womenswear targeting the 18-44 age group, said it comes with an online 25% off Welcome Offer, exclusive weekly ‘Club Prices’, early access to sales, new launches and promotional events, and entry into exclusive members-only prize draws and competitions.
It’s the latest result of the £30 million investment the retailer announced back in the spring as it continues its digital transformation journey, supported by a £30m investment announced in April to accelerate its online and data capabilities. Over the past five years, the business has transformed its digital offer, including an upgraded website and app, a 7-million-strong social community and category-leading positions in dresses, denim, outerwear, and footwear.
The launch of the free-to-join programme follows “a successful trial and extensive customer feedback”. It’s now live across the UK and CEO Helen Connolly said it’s targeting 800,000 members by the end of the financial year.
A couple of months ago, it was reported that New Look’s owners — investment firms Alcentra and Brait — had take a step forward in their plan to sell the business and had appointed bankers to run a strategic review.
A Sky News report said the review “is expected to see the company change hands next year” and that the owners had received a number of “unsolicited approaches for the business from unidentified suitors”.
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The advertisement was aired on October 24 during Game 1 of Major League Baseball’s World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers. In the advertisement, Reagan, a Republican, is shown warning that tariffs could spark trade wars and economic hardship.
Two days after ending trade talks with Ottawa and accusing Canada of running a misleading anti-tariff advertisement, US President Donald Trump yesterday announced raising tariffs on imports from the neighbouring country by an additional 10 per cent.
On Truth Social, Trump called the advertisement ‘fraudulent’ and lashed out at Canadian officials for not removing it ahead of the baseball championship.
On Truth Social, Trump called the advertisement ‘fraudulent’ and lashed out at Canadian officials for not removing it ahead of the baseball championship.
“Because of their serious misrepresentation of the facts, and hostile act, I am increasing the Tariff on Canada by 10 per cent over and above what they are paying now,” he wrote.
The United States has already imposed a 35-per cent tariff on all Canadian goods, though most are exempt under an existing free trade agreement. It has also slapped sector-specific levies on Canadian goods.
Ontario province’s premier Doug Ford said on October 24 that he would stop the anti-tariff advertisement campaign in the United States so that trade talks can resume, but it would run over the weekend.
Canada is the only G7 nation that is yet to reach a deal with the United States since Trump first declared he would impose reciprocal tariffs on goods from major trading partners.
“We will remain focused on achieving results that benefit workers and families in both the United States and Canada, and that progress is best achieved through direct engagement with the US administration – which is the responsibility of the federal government,” Dominic LeBlanc, Canadian minister responsible for trade with the United States, said.
Three-quarters of Canadian exports are to the United States.
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