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Swedish study turns farm waste into sustainable textile fibers
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Vietnam cracks down on counterfeit goods amid U.S. tariff threat
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UK apparel exports plunge 14% in April as EU demand weakens
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Chattogram port sets new record in container handling
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BGMEA to reduce all service charges by 25% from July 1
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Bangladesh's economy rebounds as PMI hits 58.9 in May
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BB aims to raise $100m to recover laundered assets
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Global air cargo volumes up 6% YoY in May, spot rates drop: Xeneta
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