textile sector
Coverage of textile sector in the Nexus archive.
- GSP-Plus renewal
The European Union has emphasized that Pakistan must reapply for GSP-Plus benefits by 2028 under new trade rules, requiring reforms in labor, human rights, and environmental policies to retain preferential market access. Pakistan’s textile sector, a major beneficiary, faces significant economic risks if the GSP-Plus is lost, as it supports millions of livelihoods.
- A.P. secures textile investments worth ₹4,100-crore at ‘Bharat Tex 2026’
Andhra Pradesh secured ₹4,100-crore in textile investments through the 'Bharat Tex 2026' initiative. The agreements were signed under the leadership of Commissioner K. Rekha Rani as part of the state's efforts to attract investments into the textile sector.
- CPPE Warns Against Textile Import Ban, Calls for Reforms
The CPPE group warned that a proposed textile import ban would harm downstream industries instead of revitalizing the textile sector. They called for reforms to address the issue.
- Senate canvasses total ban on textile imports, pushes for revival of sector
The Senate is advocating for a complete ban on textile imports to revive the sector, aiming to create jobs and increase national revenue. Lawmakers believe this measure will stimulate economic growth through domestic textile production.