In contrast with some other sourcing countries, Sri Lanka seems to be poised to meet its targets for apparel exports, thanks to a successful anti-Covid vaccination campaign. An executive committee member of Sri Lanka’s Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) told just-style that the country’s garment exports went up to $2.75 billion in the first half of 2021 from $2.27 billion in the year-ago period, and that they are still expected to reach $5 billion this year, rising to between $5.5 billion to $6 billion in 2022. More than 95 percent of the workforce in the industry should be fully vaccinated by mid-October. More than 90 percent have already been given a first dose and 70 percent two doses. According to just-syle, the current supply chain problems have led brands and retailers to move from a four-season calendar to a “seasonless” flow of new products.

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