National textile industry has huge potential, says PM

LONDON: The country’s textile industry, especially its unique and creative fabrics such as weaving and batik, has great potential to bring the nation to the international stage and become a profitable commodity, says Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob.

In expressing confidence that the country’s industry such as the Royal Pahang Weave, batik, songket and tekat (embroidery) is viable to be brought to the world, the Prime Minister said such textile industries could garner the attention of the people and generate income.