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Based on 10 verified sources covering Myanmar, Thailand, MY:

COLOMBO -- From apparel brands like Gap, Levi's and Columbia Sportswear to designer labels like Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger to lingerie boutique Victoria's Secret, Sri Lanka has long been recognized as an ethical and trusted apparel... [1]

NEW DELHI -- A decades-long vendetta between two leading political figures could spiral out of control and threaten Bangladesh's fragile democracy. [2]

The recent menswear fashion weeks in Paris and Milan have returned to their former glory. This is seen as an indication that the market is on the mend. [3]

TOKYO -- The July 23 opening ceremony of the delayed Tokyo Olympics is a day away, with most events set to be held in front of no spectators. [4]

RANGOON — A United Nations forum highlighted a significant gender gap in the Asia-Pacific, calling on governments to prioritize gender equality in implementing sustainable development goals in the region. [5]

TOKYO -- Mannequins are evolving. No longer content to stand stiffly and quietly in department stores, today's mannequins move, talk and even see. [6]

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka—Every month, Fathima Rifka used to suffer the embarrassment of rinsing out the rags she used during her period at a public tap — the only source of running water available in the poor Sri Lankan neighborhood she grew up in. [7]

LifeIndia embraces sustainable fashion Pandemic accelerates changing trends in style and substance High fashion, low impact: Designer Anita Dongre's ethically produced creations have been worn by the likes of Hillary Clinton and Britain’s Duchess of ... [8]

Note: This briefing is based on limited source coverage. The evidence may be incomplete or outdated.

Sources
[1] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-08-08 · 33% match

Sri Lanka apparel sector braces for impact from Trump's 20% tariff

COLOMBO -- From apparel brands like Gap, Levi's and Columbia Sportswear to designer labels like Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger to lingerie boutique Victoria's Secret, Sri Lanka has long been recognized as an ethical and trusted apparel

[2] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2015-03-04 · 43% match

Feud between leading ladies could threaten Bangladesh's apparel industry

NEW DELHI -- A decades-long vendetta between two leading political figures could spiral out of control and threaten Bangladesh's fragile democracy.

[3] MY www.thestar.com.my · 2023-02-08 · 41% match

Menswear taking centre stage, as the fashion industry shifts its focus to guys

The recent menswear fashion weeks in Paris and Milan have returned to their former glory. This is seen as an indication that the market is on the mend.

[4] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2021-07-22 · 39% match

Olympics: from June 1 to July 22, Jill Biden lands in Tokyo

TOKYO -- The July 23 opening ceremony of the delayed Tokyo Olympics is a day away, with most events set to be held in front of no spectators.

[5] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2017-03-31 · 38% match

UN Forum Highlights Persisting Gaps in Gender Equality in Asia

RANGOON — A United Nations forum highlighted a significant gender gap in the Asia-Pacific, calling on governments to prioritize gender equality in implementing sustainable development goals in the region.

[6] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2017-10-26 · 36% match

Mannequins are making a comeback aided by new technologies

TOKYO -- Mannequins are evolving. No longer content to stand stiffly and quietly in department stores, today's mannequins move, talk and even see.

[7] MM www.irrawaddy.com · 2019-04-04 · 35% match

Pad Women — The All-Female Business Easing Period Poverty in Sri Lanka

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka—Every month, Fathima Rifka used to suffer the embarrassment of rinsing out the rags she used during her period at a public tap — the only source of running water available in the poor Sri Lankan neighborhood she grew up in.

[8] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2020-09-23 · 35% match

India embraces sustainable fashion

LifeIndia embraces sustainable fashion Pandemic accelerates changing trends in style and substance High fashion, low impact: Designer Anita Dongre's ethically produced creations have been worn by the likes of Hillary Clinton and Britain’s Duchess of

[9] MY www.thestar.com.my · 2023-02-01 · 34% match

From 3D florals and hoods to chic sleepwear, womenswear steps into a new season

Runway shows were back with a vengeance at the Spring/Summer 2023 fashion week presentations in New York, Milan, London and Paris, with labels going all out with their creations.

[10] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2022-12-14 · 34% match

India's largest winemaker generates robust demand in IPO

BENGALURU -- An initial public offering by India's largest winemaker, Sula Vineyards, has uncorked robust demand from investors betting that appetite for the company's tipples is set to grow in a nation where alcohol sales have long been dominated by

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