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flag Indonesia will enforce its ban on used clothing imports, affecting thrift markets and raising concerns over costs and livelihoods.

flag Indonesia plans to enforce its long-standing ban on imported used clothing, sparking concern in Jakarta’s thrift markets like Senen, where low-income shoppers and sellers depend on affordable, sustainable apparel. flag The move, backed by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa and the Indonesian Textile Association, aims to protect domestic textile producers and address health and environmental risks. flag However, critics warn the crackdown could raise clothing costs and disrupt livelihoods during a period of economic strain, highlighting a clash between industrial protection and consumer needs.

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