As geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions loom, the semiconductor industry finds itself at a critical juncture. Recent shifts in US-China relations have given rise to increased speculation regarding the potential easing of restrictions on chip exports to China, prompting a significant uptick in chip stocks. The semiconductor sector has been a focal point of international […]
Milan Proposes Supply-Chain Database Amid Sweatshops Probe
In a significant move to address labor exploitation within its fashion sector, the Prefecture of Milan has developed a draft proposal for a supply-chain database. This initiative arises from a recent investigation by Milanese prosecutors linking notable luxury brands, including Dior and Armani, to sweatshops operating under inadequate labor conditions. This supply-chain database aims to […]
India and Singapore Forge Semiconductor Partnership to Boost Supply Chains
India and Singapore have recently fortified their economic partnership by signing a pivotal agreement to collaborate on semiconductor development. This MoU, signed during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s significant two-day visit to Singapore, marks a strategic move to enhance supply chain resilience, develop workforce capabilities, and facilitate policy exchanges in the burgeoning semiconductor sector. Singapore, […]
Bangladesh Garment Industry Short on Cotton as Floods Worsen Protest Backlog
The Bangladesh garment industry faces significant challenges as it struggles to keep up with production demands due to a shortage of cotton. The recent floods across the country have compounded an existing backlog of delayed orders caused by ongoing political unrest and protests. This situation presents a complex challenge for one of the world’s leading […]