Textile Heritage Spotlight: Malaysia’s Merdeka Textile Museum was launched in Kuala Lumpur by Queen Raja Zarith Sofiah, using the late Sharifah Azah Aziz collection as its core, aiming to preserve Malay-world textile traditions through storytelling and interactive experiences. Industrial Investment Push: Odisha’s SLSWCA cleared Rs 2,780 crore of industrial proposals, including Textiles & Apparel projects, expected to create 14,104 jobs across multiple districts. Policy Shock for Polyester Yarn: India’s polyester yarn makers face an insolvency risk after Bureau of Indian Standards quality control orders were withdrawn, raising fears of cheaper subsidised imports undercutting domestic margins. Bangladesh Textile Innovation: TIE–ITET formed an Innovation & Research Cell to boost applied research and competitiveness, supporting Textile Innovation Expo 2026 with zones spanning dyeing/printing, materials, garment automation and green tech. Energy for Mills: Pakistan’s Din Textile operationalised a solar expansion to 12.6 MW, while India’s Nitin Spinners outlined FY27 growth plans alongside a Rs 1,350 crore capex push including renewable energy. Circularity Market Signal: A report projects global footwear recycling to reach $3.0B by 2031 as EU-style EPR rules and ESG commitments drive end-of-life responsibility.