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EOG and SIA announce strategic transatlantic partnership
Two leading trade groups from North America and Europe seek to expand member benefits and improve global collaboration.
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May 29: Appeals court restores Trump trade tariffs
A US appeals court allows controversial import tariffs to remain in effect during the ongoing legal dispute over presidential trade authority.
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May 28: US court blocks “Liberation Day” tariffs
Federal judges rule presidential trade action overstepped constitutional limits.
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EU unveils plan to simplify Single Market
The new European Commission strategy aims to eliminate internal trade barriers and boost competitiveness for companies operating within the EU.
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France approves garment impact score rule
A new French regulation will require fashion brands to display environmental impact scores, with broader implications for EU sustainability rules.
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WFSGI urges action on $300bn inactivity crisis
The global industry group is calling for stronger public-private partnerships to reverse a growing physical inactivity crisis projected to cost billions.
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Better Cotton joins EU Policy Hub to shape regulation
The global sustainable cotton initiative adds its farm-level expertise to an EU policy platform influencing environmental and product legislation.
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Better Cotton launches roadmap for worker protections
The global cotton sustainability initiative introduces new actions to improve labor conditions and promote dignified livelihoods by 2030.
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REI members reject board-backed candidates in vote
Amid growing labor tensions, the US outdoor retailer’s co-op members push back on leadership by voting down corporate-endorsed board candidates.
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Leading outdoor industry representatives advocate on Capitol Hill
At a high-level summit in Washington, DC, US outdoor brands met with lawmakers to push for public land protection, tariff reform and equitable outdoor access. Chris Goddard was there to report for us.
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Amazon sparks debate over tariff transparency policy
The e-commerce giant sparked a political backlash after informing sellers that it would display tariff charges in product listings.
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Sport industry urges EU to sustain funding
More than 150 organizations from across Europe are urging the EU to safeguard sport funding in its next multiannual budget framework.
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Runderwear partners with ITRA to support trail running
The UK-based performance apparel specialist joins the International Trail Running Association to back athletes with technical gear and community support.
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Winter sports brands join UN climate campaign
European ski and snowboard brands strengthen climate commitments by joining the UN-backed Race to Zero campaign, aiming for net-zero emissions.
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Bangladesh, Pakistan apparel groups sign trade MoU
Two South Asian industry bodies take steps to boost bilateral cooperation in garment exports and textile trade through a new agreement.
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A new strategic partnership between Euratex and FTTH
The partnership is supposed to strengthen Euro-Mediterranean textile cooperation.
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EU delays sustainability and due diligence rules
After a key vote in the European Parliament, major EU companies will have more time to comply with new sustainability and due diligence laws.
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Tariffs reshape US eyewear market and supply chains
Tariffs, tech innovation and new customs rules are shaking up the US eyewear market, creating challenges for some – and new opportunities for others.
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US state of New Mexico enacts comprehensive PFAS ban
The state just passed one of the strictest PFAS laws in the US, but what makes it different from other state bans?
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IOC applauds UN declaration affirming role of sport in gender equality
A UN declaration highlights sport’s transformative role in promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls globally, which the IOC officially welcomes.