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Report on Vietnam - Table & Dinnerware

The table and dinnerware industry in Vietnam faces a crucial challenge as a shortage of important raw materials affects suppliers' competitiveness.

Escalating demand for components such as bamboo and wood is one of the main reasons for the low supply.

Report on China - Eco-friendly Clothing

China suppliers of eco-friendly clothing are taking a multipronged approach to supporting their claims of environmental protection. Manufacturers are motivated by more consumers who are beginning to seek earth-safe apparel as part of a holistic "green" lifestyle. This is especially true in developed economies such as the US and the EU.

Report on Philippines - Gift Packaging

The Philippines' gift packaging industry is facing a number of challenges that are adversely affecting exports.

A number of such obstacles are rooted in the global economic crisis, the effects of which are still being felt in major overseas markets. Because of these factors, foreign revenue has been fluctuating in recent years. In addition many suppliers expect growth to remain flat over the coming year.

Report on China - Sanitaryware
Sanitaryware Nov 2011

China's sanitaryware industry is optimistic sales will remain on a growth track in coming months. Many suppliers, however, expect the rate to be lower than last year's. Domestic clients, for one, are anticipated to rein in purchases amid the slowdown in building activity. The difficult economic climate in the US and the EU, meanwhile, is expected to soften total external demand.

Report on India - Kitchenware

Ready availability of raw materials and extensive experience in design are some of the competitive advantages being enjoyed by the kitchenware industry in India.

Report on Philippines - Fashion Jewelry & Accessories

Buoyed by the improving business climate in key overseas markets, the fashion jewelry and accessories industry in the Philippines is expecting enhanced short-term export performance.

Report on China - Women's Underwear & Swimwear

China companies offering women's underwear and swimwear are strengthening R&D and manufacturing capability under efforts to sustain competitiveness.

Report on Vietnam - Garments

An optimistic outlook prevails across Vietnam’s garments industry as its exports continue to fare strongly despite the sluggish global economy. 

As a whole, foreign shipments have been steadily expanding over the past 10 years. Growth has become more pronounced since 2007, however, with large customers increasingly shifting from China to Vietnam, which is considered to be a more cost-effective alternative.

Report on China - Writing Instruments

 

China's writing instruments industry is maintaining a positive outlook for 2012 even as export sales merely inch along this year.

 

Customs statistics show that in the six months to July 2011, the country's outbound shipments of scribbling tools exceeded $767 million, rising less than 1 percent YoY. North America, the EU and the Asia-Pacific region accounted for more than one-third of revenue collectively.

 

Report on Indonesia & Vietnam - Furniture

Indonesia's rattan furniture industry continues to develop as it benefits from an abundance of raw materials. The country accounts for about two-thirds of global rattan supply.