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Amazon rival Mercado Libre to invest 3.4 billion dollars in Mexico

Mercado Libre, a Latin American rival of Amazon, announced Friday a 3.4 billion dollars investment in Mexico, the latest in a series of pledges by foreign firms in spite of US tariff threats. "It means that despite these tariff issues, they're going to continue their investment in Mexico," economy minister Marcelo Ebrard said after the Argentine...

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Trump partially suspends tariffs against Mexico and Canada

US President Donald Trump has backtracked somewhat in the trade conflict with Canada and Mexico. The Republican partially suspended tariffs on goods from the two neighboring countries - at least for the time being. All imports from Mexico and Canada that fall under the North American Free Trade Agreement (USMCA) will therefore not be subject to...

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NCTO backs pause on penalty tariffs for Mexico, calls for higher tariffs on China

The National Council of Textile Organisations (NCTO) has said that it welcomes president Donald Trump’s decision to delay a planned 25 percent tariff on Mexican imports by one month, yet demands stricter measures on Chinese imports. Trump opted to put a pause on Mexican tariffs following a call with Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, who...

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The textile industry in Mexico and the US call for dialogue in the face of imposed tariffs

Mexico - On Saturday, February 1, US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing 25 percent tariffs on imported goods from Mexico and Canada and a 10 percent tax on China. This imposition of tariffs represents a challenge for all industries in Mexico due to the importance of the United States as a historical trading partner. In the...

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Carolina Herrera to host Resort 2025 show in Mexico City

New York-based luxury label Carolina Herrera has announced it will be hosting a runway show for its Resort 2025 collection Mexico City on November 14. The brand said the show, which will take place at a currently undisclosed location, would be the first time it is to present a collection that aligns with the in-store calendar. It will also...

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Indigenous fashion center stage in Mexico presidential election

After years of fighting for greater recognition, Mexico's Indigenous weavers have seen their creations thrust into the spotlight by the two women leading the country's presidential race. The brightly colored, elaborately embroidered garments handcrafted by generations of artisans have long enchanted visitors to Mexico -- including international...

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KnitWell Group’s Talbots expands into Mexico

Apparel brand Talbots is expanding beyond the US and Canada for the first time as it enters Mexico through a new agreement with the country’s department store, Liverpool. Via the deal, Liverpool is set to open 10 Talbots shop-in-shop locations within its own stores in and around Mexico City this month. Each space will house a curated selection...

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Prada Group and UNFPA expand Fashion Expressions programme to Mexico

Luxury conglomerate Prada Group has announced an extension of its women’s empowerment programme with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to the country of Mexico. The training programme, dubbed ‘Fashion Expressions: The Stories She Wears’, is designed to leverage fashion as a means to promote both women’s empowerment and sexual...

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Claire’s steps into Mexico with first flagship opening

Accessories giant Claire’s has announced its entry into Mexico with the opening of its first premier flagship store in the region, initiated in partnership with Exalta. Located in Mexico City, the new space builds on the retailer’s ongoing international expansion and continues on the premise of integrating personalised experiences into its...

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My Fashion Academy opens new location in Mexico City

The educational institution My Fashion Academy opened the doors of its newest location inside the Miyana shopping mall in Mexico City. During the inauguration of the new campus, the director and founder of MFA, Mr. Alejandro Villalpando, said that having a presence in Mexico City is part of the expansion plans of the training center that...

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StockX debuts Authentication Center in Mexico

StockX, an online marketplace for buying and selling authentic sneakers, streetwear, and apparel, has announced the opening of its first authentication center in Mexico. StockX said the center will provide customers in Latin America with an enhanced and localized shopping experience, as it will allow more efficient verification of the...

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Mexico weaves fashion policy to help Indigenous communities

Clothing designers inspired by traditional Mexican motifs, embroidery and colours exhibited their work at a fashion fair in Mexico City promoted by the government to support marginalised Indigenous communities. Traditional blouses made by the Tzotzil people of Chiapas, embroidered patterns from Michoacan and shirts from Oaxaca were among the...