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Treasury Secretary Lew to Urge China on Market-Based Exchange Rate
China fixed yuan at five-year low earlier this week.
ITC Issues Report on Duty-Free Benefits for Travel Goods
Retailers and brands are seeking duty-free benefits under GSP to diversify their sourcing of travel goods.
State Department Issues Alert for Potential Terrorist Attacks in Europe
Fashion shows in three European cities this summer could face higher security measures in the wake of a U.S…
Forced and Slave Labor Said Widespread in North Korea Mining
Gold and silver are also said to be mined using forced and slave labor, according to the report.
House Passes Sweeping Toxic Chemical Regulatory Reform Bill
Retailers and brands applaud the first reform of chemical regulations in 40 years.
FTC Approves Final Order in Lord & Taylor Native Advertising Case
L&T is prohibited from "misrepresenting that paid ads are from an independent source or that an endorser is…
Obama, Vietnamese President Tout Benefits of TPP
TPP contains significant benefits for fashion industry.
Industry Says Positive Report Could Push TPP Forward
Labor experts, however, argue projected declines in manufacturing output and employment declines in certain…
ITC Study Finds Small Positive Economic Gain From TPP
TPP would help boost apparel exports and imports, study found.
Retail Industry Sees New Overtime Rule Upping Costs
Companies brace for changes, while workers hope to see a boost in wages.
Facetime With Customs Official Kenneth J.F. Kennedy
The senior policy adviser on forced labor for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement discusses beefing up…
Fashion Innovation Alliance Sets Washington Style Tech Event
The new alliance seeks to raise awareness of the wearables, smart apparel and fashion apps segment.
Alibaba’s Jack Ma Cancels Appearance at IACC Conference
Alibaba goes on the defensive about anticounterfeiting measures.
White House Unveils Final Overtime Rule, NRF Condemns It
Retailers claim overtime expansion will force employers to reclassify salaried workers to hourly workers.
Retailers Caught in the Crosshairs of Transgender Debate
Target sets the tone for retailers on the issue of transgender bathroom and fitting room access, LGBT…