UAE Launches Naseej Initiative to Overhaul Textile Sector Sustainability

The UAE has launched ‘Naseej’, a national initiative directed by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to transition the domestic textile industry into a circular economy model. The program establishes the textile sector as a central priority for the country’s industrial sustainability strategy. Integration of Sustainable Manufacturing The Naseej initiative focuses on the entire lifecycle of textile products, from initial manufacturing processes to consumer habits and end-of-life waste management. By implementing circular economy principles, the UAE aims to reduce the volume of textile waste sent to landfills and promote the reuse of materials within the industrial supply chain. The program involves coordination between government regulators and private sector manufacturers to standardize the use of recycled fibers and sustainable production technologies. The launch aligns with the UAE Circular Economy Policy 2021–2031, which identifies manufacturing as one of four high-priority sectors for reform. Textile production is historically resource-intensive, requiring high volumes of water and energy. Naseej seeks to mitigate these environmental impacts by…