The Indonesian government is also coming in support of the country’s textile industry by imposing strict policies and incentivising textile companies. “The government has imposed strict policies for illegal imports. Incentive plans for upgrading machines have also been provided. Continuous engagement between the government and textile mills for competitive energy prices, port fees, logistic cost and tax incentive has taken place,” Nazir said in an interview with Fibre2Fashion.
Talking about the effects of the pandemic on the Indonesian textile industry, he said that the mills have been resilient in adapting to changes. Many of them converted production to health-related products including masks, medical gowns, hospital wear etc.
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Fibre2Fashion News Desk (KD)