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Environment

Bangladeshi Cyclo claims Swiss firm restricts market access

Bangladeshi recycled fibre brand Cyclo on Thursday alleged that a leading global Swiss brand was attempting to limit its market

Tourism sector demands visitor access to St Martin’s until Feb

Businesses in the tourism sector of Saint Martin’s have called for an extension of the current permission for tourists to

World Bank approves $1.16b loan for Bangladesh

The World Bank on Friday approved $1.16 billion in financing for Bangladesh to support three key initiatives aimed at enhancing

Climate change poses threat to Bangladesh’s apparel earnings

Bangladesh, Cambodia, Pakistan, and Vietnam—four major apparel producers—could face a 22 per cent decline in nominal earnings by 2030 and

ADB, MSEL sign deal for 20MW solar plant in Bangladesh

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $24.3 million financing agreement with Muktagacha Solartech Energy Limited (MSEL) to develop

BGMEA reaffirms commitment to workers’ rights, sustainability

Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) administrator Md Anwar Hossain said that Bangladesh was committed to workers’ rights, environmental

Chief Adviser calls for ‘zero carbon’ lifestyle to save planet

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Wednesday proposed the creation of a new lifestyle based on ‘zero waste and zero

Formalise textile waste business to prevent unrest: experts

Experts on Tuesday emphasised the need for a textile waste (jhut) management policy in Bangladesh, highlighting that the informal nature

Call for global collaboration to drive sustainable practices

The Global Fashion Summit, the international forum for sustainability in fashion, hosted a special Shanghai Gala edition on November 7

GFA Monitor 2024 highlights fashion’s complex path to sustainability

The fashion industry’s path to sustainability is both complex and ongoing, as highlighted in the 2024 edition of The GFA