The great logistics pivot: How Mexico and Vietnam are reshaping global trade

The global textile and garment industry is currently undergoing its most significant structural transformation in decades, driven by a combination of geopolitical friction and logistical instability. As the US continues its rigorous review of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports, the traditional “Made in China” model is being systematically dismantled. In its place, a new trade geography has emerged, with Mexico and Vietnam positioning themselves as the primary beneficiaries of a world that now values supply chain resilience and proximity over the singular pursuit of the lowest possible unit cost.