Thomson, Elza.Ling, Ling.2011-02-012011-02-0120032003http://hdl.handle.net/10413/2401Thesis (MBA)-University of Natal, 2003.The challenge of enhancing competitiveness in a globalizing world is a continuous one, requiring action not only on narrow trade policy concerns but also in a complementary area such as the macro-economic environment to human resource management. The present report offers an overall view of the textile and clothing industries' opportunities and constrains. It proposes liberalization of trade policy with China as well as proper macro-economic environments, regulatory structures support to allow these industries to thrive and be/come robust by building an effective and efficient supply chain.enTheses--Business administration.South Africa--Foreign economic relations--China.Clothing trade--South Africa.Clothing trade--China.Textile industry--South Africa.Theses--Business administration.Textile Industry--China.Thesis