![PM approves part of foreign worker applications for three sectors PM approves part of foreign worker applications for three sectors](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-09/61693809588_AnwarIbrahim.jpg)
PM approves part of foreign worker applications for three sectors
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim also placed a condition that local youths be trained to fill up vacancies in barbershops, textiles and goldsmiths.
Mon Sep 04 2023
![We ingest plastics every minute of the day We ingest plastics every minute of the day](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-06/41685697744_TBmicroplastic.jpg)
We ingest plastics every minute of the day
There is no escape from them as they are in the air we breathe and in the everyday products we use.
Sat Jun 03 2023
![Raja Permaisuri Agong gembira kejayaan Simposium Tekstil Tradisional Asean ke-8 Raja Permaisuri Agong gembira kejayaan Simposium Tekstil Tradisional Asean ke-8](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71664435242_SimposiumTekstilTr.jpg)
Raja Permaisuri Agong gembira kejayaan Simposium Tekstil Tradisional Asean ke-8
Tunku Azizah turut menzahirkan terima kasih kepada Singapura kerana membuka jalan kepada Malaysia mengadakan simposium ini.
Thu Sep 29 2022
![Queen pleased 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success Queen pleased 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/71664435242_SimposiumTekstilTr.jpg)
Queen pleased 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success
Her Majesty has expressed her appreciation for the all-out efforts in making the 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium a tremendous success.
Thu Sep 29 2022
![King officiates at 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium King officiates at 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-09/81664181886_TBAGONGjpg.jpg)
King officiates at 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium
Yang di-Pertuan Agong today officially opened the 8th ASEAN Traditional Textiles Symposium 2022, which is being held here from Sept 25 to 30.
Mon Sep 26 2022
![Uncovering hidden stories of textiles from the Malay world Uncovering hidden stories of textiles from the Malay world](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/81660822927_johnang.png)
Uncovering hidden stories of textiles from the Malay world
Malaysia is a country rich in culture, but the full history of Malay textiles and how they came to be remain relatively unknown.
Wed Aug 31 2022
![Samaiden raih kontrak EPCC bernilai RM98.15 juta Samaiden raih kontrak EPCC bernilai RM98.15 juta](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639704219_samaiden.jpg)
Samaiden raih kontrak EPCC bernilai RM98.15 juta
Ia menerima surat anugerah kontrak tersebut menerusi anak syarikat milik penuhnya, Samaiden Sdn Bhd daripada Ramatex Textiles Industrial Sdn Bhd.
Fri Dec 17 2021
![FMFTA appeals to start operation in Phase Two of National Recovery Plan FMFTA appeals to start operation in Phase Two of National Recovery Plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/81497521481_fesyen.jpg)
FMFTA appeals to start operation in Phase Two of National Recovery Plan
The Federation of Malaysian Fashion, Textiles and Apparels (FMFTA) has urged the government to allow the industry to resume operations in Phase Two of the National Recovery Plan (NRP).
Fri Jul 16 2021
![Hemp is set to be one of fashion's favorite textiles Hemp is set to be one of fashion's favorite textiles](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-05/51621137171_HEMP.jpg)
Hemp is set to be one of fashion's favorite textiles
Like linen, hemp is one of the fibers that could well take over our wardrobes in the months and years to come.
Tue May 18 2021
![SWcorp, Hatta Dolmat collaborate on KLFW collection SWcorp, Hatta Dolmat collaborate on KLFW collection](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-09/61600576261_TBKLFWHATTADOLMAT.jpg)
SWcorp, Hatta Dolmat collaborate on KLFW collection
Malaysian fashion designer will be presenting a unique clothing collection using fabric incorporating recycled plastic bottles.
Sun Sep 20 2020
![The Fabric Movement: Why dump when you can recycle... and make money? The Fabric Movement: Why dump when you can recycle... and make money?](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-02/61580883598_FabricWaste.jpg)
The Fabric Movement: Why dump when you can recycle... and make money?
Twenty percent of global production waste comes from textiles and apparel. We speak to Kloth Cares founders Nik Suzila Hassan and Sarahan Kedah who are on a mission to keep fabric away from landfills.
Wed Feb 05 2020
![Ministry allocates RM25 million to train 3,000 youths in various skills Ministry allocates RM25 million to train 3,000 youths in various skills](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2015-10/51444465475_AhmadJazlanYaakub.jpg)
Ministry allocates RM25 million to train 3,000 youths in various skills
Deputy minister Datuk Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub said the training would include health and beauty, fashion and textiles, as well as hospitality and tourism.
Sun Mar 13 2016
![Narendra Modi-inspired shirts a trend this Deepavali Narendra Modi-inspired shirts a trend this Deepavali](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-03/61363479161_295x200.jpg)
Narendra Modi-inspired shirts a trend this Deepavali
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become a fashion icon where more people are flocking to textiles stores looking for 'Modi shirts".
Sat Oct 18 2014
Traders cry foul over Deepavali carnival
The Malaysian Indian Textiles and General Stores Association has claimed that many local Indian traders suffered substantial losses due to foreign traders.
Mon Dec 03 2012