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In this Q+A, JAAF's Yohan Lawrence discusses how apparel is faring during Sri Lanka's economic crisis and why small factories are at risk.

In this Q+;A, Istanbul Apparel Exporters’ Association's Mustafa Gültepe discusses Turkey's talent, textile tradition and sector outlook.

In this Q+A, Geodis' Frank Loewen discusses the e-commerce boom's impact and the sustainability laws that could affect apparel operations.

Assocalzaturifici's Siro Badon discusses the Made in Italy advantage and how the association's MICAM show evolved during Covid.

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