Regional trade is critical to enhancing the integration of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)’s textiles and apparel industry. On October 29th, 2009, the ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) showed its commitment to encouraging regional integration through the execution of a three-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States Agency for...
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In 2009, for the first time, Thailand billed its Bangkok International Fashion Fair as “ASEAN Fashion Plus.” The grand opening of the 13 – 16 August event featured professional models sporting costumes created by top designers from all 10 ASEAN countries. At the ASEAN Pavilion, textile mills and garment factories showcased their latest fabric...
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