UAE Circular Push: The UAE has launched “Naseej,” a national initiative for textile circularity, aiming to shift the sector from linear take-make-waste to a coordinated circular economy model across policy, industry action, research and public engagement. Cotton Duty Relief: India temporarily exempted cotton imports from key customs duties and cess from June 1 to Oct 31, 2026, with industry groups saying it will ease cost pressure and support textile exports. Trade Boost for Textiles: India–Oman CEPA took effect June 1, granting Indian exporters duty-free access across 98.08% of Oman’s tariff lines (covering 99.38% of export value), with textiles among the key sectors expected to gain. TCF Digital + Green Agenda (Vietnam): Vietnam’s deputy prime minister urged textile, clothing and footwear firms to accelerate digital transformation, e-commerce and circular models, including recycling textile by-products and discarded clothing. Worker Rights (South Korea): South Korea set up a new team inside the immigration service to prevent human rights violations against foreign workers, including rapid response and on-site investigations, citing incidents including assaults at a textile factory. Textile Waste Regulation Scrutiny (Spain): Spain’s competition watchdog questioned a draft royal decree on textile and footwear waste, warning targets may be unrealistic for mostly small firms. Fashion Heritage Spotlight: Chikankari is being reimagined for global audiences in Lucknow, while Nigeria’s Akwete weaving is finding new life in contemporary fashion.