Investment Pulse (Qatar): Invest Qatar says Qatar pulled in $3.4bn FDI capex across 373 projects in 2025, creating 15,051 jobs, with over half of spending in greenfield and nearly half in medium-to-high tech. Workplace Safety (Pakistan): Campaigners renewed pressure on Hugo Boss after a worker in its supply chain at Arctic Textile Mills lost an arm while clearing jammed machinery. Skills & Policy (Bangladesh): Bangladesh’s education minister pledged stronger textile education, research and technical training via BUTEX, as the country remains a major ready-made garments exporter. Inclusive Employment (Bangladesh): BBDN and GIZ highlighted progress on disability-inclusive workplaces in the textile and leather sector, including return-to-work systems and updated training modules. Circularity & Waste Rules (Estonia): Estonia proposed Waste Act changes to push producer responsibility for textile waste collection and recycling by 2028. Fast-Fashion Clampdown (France): France’s parliament passed a bill targeting ultra-fast fashion platforms like Shein and Temu, adding fees and banning ads. Market Signals (UK): UK shop price inflation held at 1.2% in June, with clothing promotions helping keep summer essentials affordable. Sourcing & Compliance (Trade): A WTO/ITC/UNCTAD tariff review urges textile exporters to plan for non-tariff barriers and trade remedies beyond headline MFN rates. Materials Outlook: Reports point to continued movement in polyester feedstocks and caprolactam-linked pricing, while spunlace nonwovens suppliers push expanded home, medical and finishing applications.