US Forced-Labour Tariffs: The U.S. Trade Representative has proposed 10%–12.5% additional duties on imports from 60 economies after finding weak enforcement of forced-labour import bans, with a special textile/apparel mechanism also on the table; India says it’s engaged in Section 301 talks while a framework agreement is being finalized. Assam Muga Silk Push: India launched Mission “Senehjori” with about ₹411 crore to build a global luxury Muga silk ecosystem, covering the full value chain from rearers and weaving to GI authentication, exports, digital traceability and tourism. Textile Compliance Risk: Researchers at UMass Amherst warn that electrochemical dye wastewater treatment can form hazardous byproducts like chloroform and bromoform when sodium chloride is used, raising worker and environmental concerns. Cotton & Nylon Price Signals: ICE cotton rose on a weaker dollar and weather risks, while bearish benzene prices dragged nylon 6 DTY and nylon 66 lower; global manufacturing output growth also accelerated toward a near five-year high in May. ASEAN Manufacturing: ASEAN’s PMI improved in May as new orders strengthened and production picked up, though export sales fell again. Industry Tech & Sustainability: Printful rolled out a guide to eco-friendly fabrics for print-on-demand, while Optitex and NedGraphics appointed James McDermott as Europe regional sales director.