The line graph illustrates the percentage of clothing exports from four regions—China, the European Union (EU), Asia (excluding China), and the USA—over a period of 14 years, from 2000 to 2014.
Overall, China experienced a dramatic increase in its share of clothing exports, becoming the largest contributor by 2014, while the USA and the European Union both witnessed significant declines. In contrast, Asia (excluding China) showed a stable trend with minimal changes throughout the period.
In 2000, the European Union had the highest proportion of clothing exports at approximately 30%, followed by the USA at around 25%. However, both regions saw steady declines. The European Union’s share fell to about 20% by 2014, whereas the USA’s proportion dropped sharply to just 5%, the lowest among the four regions.
Meanwhile, China started with the smallest share in 2000 at roughly 10%. It then rose consistently, overtaking the European Union around 2008, and peaked at over 35% by 2014, making it the dominant exporter by the end of the period. In contrast, Asia (excluding China) accounted for just under 20% in 2000, fluctuated slightly over the years, and ended at a similar level in 2014.