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09 Jan 2026
Press release-EBCA welcomes the Council’s adoption of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement
EBCA strongly welcomes the adoption today of the EU–Mercosur Partnership Agreement (EMPA) by the Member States of the Council. This trade agreement represents a major milestone for fair and sustainable global trade, demonstrating a shared commitment to open markets that support environmental sustainability and promote inclusive and responsible economic development.
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09 Sep 2025
European Textiles Ecosystem Welcomes EU Waste Directive, Calls For Harmonised Implementation
The European business organisations represent the textile ecosystem, from manufacturing and design to retail, collection, sorting, reuse and recycling. Our members account for a significant part of th...
Press release
15 Oct 2025
Joint Press Statement – European Associations Welcome Commission’s Opinion on French Draft Textile Law: Call for EU Leadership in Proportionate, Impact-Driven Sustainability Policy
Brussels, 15 October – The undersigned organisations welcome the European Commission’s opinion on France’s draft legislation aimed at reducing the environmental impact of the textile sector (Not...
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17 Feb 2025
Joint Statement: Textile Sector to EU Lawmakers: ‘Don’t stitch us up’
EU textile associations urge EU lawmakers to reject the inclusion of undefined “extrinsic durability” criteria in the extended producer responsibility (EPR) fee calculations during the trilogue ne...