According to data from the European Apparel and Textile Federation (EURATEX), a significant increase in imports from China and other Asian countries was observed in the first half of 2025.

Imports of Chinese clothing and textiles to Europe increased by 19.9%, reaching €17.3 billion, up from €14.5 billion in the first half of 2024.

The increase was greater in clothing (22.3%) than in textiles (15.7%).

It is noted that the tariffs imposed by Trump led to a 19% reduction in Chinese exports to the US, redirecting these exports to Europe.

Chinese companies, unable to sell to the US, are pursuing a very aggressive policy towards Europe.

Alongside China, other Asian countries are also showing significant increases in exports to the EU, particularly in clothing:

• Bangladesh (+17.9%)

• India (+15.4%)

• Pakistan (+16.6%)

• Vietnam (+17%)

• Cambodia (+30%)

Among those who lost out due to the increase in imports from Asia to the EU are:

• Turkey, with a decrease of –7% in value and -11% in volume.

• Tunisia, with -4% in value and -7% in volume.