Indonesia's Garment Industry on the Brink: Massive Layoffs Loom Amidst Chinese Competition

The Indonesian garment sector is facing a critical turning point as it grapples with a rising wave of layoffs, driven primarily by the influx of cheaper garments from China. The increasing pressure from Chinese imports is forcing local manufacturers to rethink their strategies, with many unable to compete on price or volume.

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Moody's Downgrades Bangladesh to Junk Status Amid Heightened Political Concerns

In a significant move, Moody's Investors Service has further downgraded Bangladesh's credit rating into junk territory, driven largely by escalating political risks and rising economic challenges. This decision marks a crucial moment for the South Asian nation that has been struggling to maintain fiscal stability while grappling with a turbulent political landscape.

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