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.