Showcase India's Strength in Global Trade this November in Melbourne.

Join the Indo-Pacific's premier sourcing event this November—the Global Sourcing Expo in Melbourne, Australia. We invite India’s leading exporters once again to be part of this internationally recognised platform, where demand for Indian apparel, textiles, homewares, footwear and fashion accessories continues to grow in Australia.

This event attracts over 5,000 qualified buyers from Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia and beyond—making Melbourne the gateway to the region’s dynamic retail markets.

India has always been a cornerstone of the Expo's international exhibitor base. 

Event runs on unprecedented scale with record number of exhibitor countries and regions, attracting over 10,000 global buyers.

Fair attracts participation of more than 260 brands from 25 countries and regions, achieving its largest-ever scale and level of internationalisation
Over the four‑day period, CENTRESTAGE welcomed over 10,000 trade buyers from 91 countries and regions, with the number of buyers from the UK, Mainland China, India and Indonesia showing significant growth
Internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei and world-renowned fashion legend Professor Jimmy Choo OBE hosted talks at the fair; Guo Pei also staged her solo couture show themed “Gilternity: An Everlasting Radiance”, at CENTRESTAGE ELITES
Survey findings reveal that over 55% of respondents expect sales to increase in the coming 12 to 24 months
38% of respondents believe that rising demand from emerging markets is the major opportunity for business, while 36% believe that fashion accessories hold the greatest growth potential for the industry.

Welcomed GST reform: CITI

GST centimeter
CITI India has applauded the recent simplification of the GST structure into 5% and 18% slabs, eliminating the 12% and 28% slabs, noting it will simplify the tax regime and enhance compliance. 
Advocated for uniform rates:
CITI has urged for a uniform 5% GST across cotton, MMF, and machinery to remove the inverted duty structure (IDS), which has caused liquidity issues and strained capital for textile businesses. 

Festive Bonanza

'Big Booster' to retail consumption: Ambani 

How the new GST affects textiles  

Headline: New GST rates (effective Sep 22, 2025) — what it means for textile prices, demand, and working capital.

Summary:
GST re-fitment reduces tax on man-made fibres, yarns and many MMF products (old 18%/12% → new 5%), removing the major inverted-duty pain — result: lower landed costs for MMF chains, faster refunds, and better cash flow for exporters and brands.

Fast facts

Core changes for textiles: many MMF inputs (fibre/yarn) have moved to 5% from 12%/18%, while cotton items largely remain at 5%.

Expected effective date: September 22, 2025 (final product-level notifications from CBIC will confirm exact HSN fitments).

CENTRESTAGE ELITES unveils Guo Pei's Hong Kong solo couture debut, Star-studded runway show highlights 30+ unique creations.

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), CENTRESTAGE – the annual gala event for the Asian fashion industry – takes place from 3 to 6 September 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The prestigious opening event, CENTRESTAGE ELITES, took place last night at M+ in the West Kowloon Cultural District, with internationally acclaimed couturier Guo Pei presenting a stunning couture collection.

An overview of the latest apparel consumption and trade data for major supplier and buyer nations.
Apparel Imports in June 2025:
US: US$ 6.5 bn, up 5% YoY
EU: US$ 7.4 bn, up 21% YoY
Japan: US$ 1.6 bn, up 7% YoY
UK: US$ 1.8 bn, up 29% YoY

AMITH - Association Marocaine des Industries du Textile et de l'Habillement (The Moroccan Association of Textile and Clothing Industries) and CEMS-Global USA are thrilled to announce the 22nd edition of the Maroc in Mode (MIM) Show 2025, building upon the remarkable success of the 21st edition held in 2024. The 2024 MIM Show concluded on a high note, firmly establishing itself as a premier textile and apparel sourcing event in Africa. 

The 21st MIM Show 2024 drew significant attention and was characterized by its strategic emphasis on nearshoring—a trend that has gained increasing importance as companies seek efficient and sustainable supply chain solutions, which saw the signing of pivotal agreements that strengthened industry ties and bolstered the regional supply chain.

U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has agreed to a multi-year partnership as the new title sponsor of The Palm Beaches Marathon.

The U.S. Polo Assn. Palm Beaches Marathon, a race owned and managed by Ken Kennerly's K2 Sports Ventures, will be held in Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, on December 13-14, 2025.

This renowned marathon event is recognized for its beautiful views of the waterfront and palm-tree-lined streets and welcomes runners from across the country and around the world to the warmth of Florida during the cold winter months.

The 44th HKTDC Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair and the 13th Salon de TIME, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the Federation of Hong Kong Watch Trades & Industries Limited, and Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association Limited, themed “Our Time Our Moments”, are expected to attract over 650 exhibitors from 15 countries and regions, providing a one-stop sourcing platform for global buyers.

Under the EXHIBITION+ hybrid model, the physical exhibitions will be held from 2 to 6 September at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Salon de TIME is fully open for industry professionals and the public to visit and make purchases.

India's biggest WOOLLEN knitwear market in Ludhiana is facing a double whammy as Trump tariffs have rolled out exports to US have become untenable and European buyers are driving a tough bargain and re-negotiating terms of orders.

The US has been the biggest customer of WOOLLEN knitwear, synthetic yarn and activewear from Ludhiana. With Trump tariffs of 50% in place, Ludhiana's exports are severely impacted. The ex-porters are hoping that like China, they get a 90-day reprieve. 

Amit Jain, chairman of Confederation of Indian Industry Punjab told ET, "The world knows that Indian garment and textile market will face the tariffs.

Ganatra alluded to, "I have heard that every 2nd American is using Indian towels."

The Central Government has announced an extension of the import duty exemption on cotton until 31st December 2025, moving beyond the earlier deadline of 30th September 2025. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, 28th August, the move aims to ease raw material availability for India’s textile industry.

The exemption, which was first introduced on 19th August 2025 and scheduled to end in September, will now continue until the year-end. The government emphasized that this step is intended not only to stabilize cotton supplies for domestic manufacturers but also to provide added support to the country’s textile exporters.