With Africa not ready for prime time, apparel importers improve Southeast Asia footprint
WASHINGTON — Africa may be the future frontier for apparel sourcing, but with infrastructure and industry on the continent still lacking, apparel manufacturers say they’re staying put in Southeast Asia for the time being.
And not just staying put, but building relationships with their vendors and suppliers there, industry insiders said…
With Africa not ready for prime time, apparel importers improve Southeast Asia footprint
Journal of Commerce