As one of the key events within the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026, taking place in Vietnam from 25–27 June 2026, the “Seminar on Forestry and Sustainable Development of the ASEAN Furniture Industry” will bring together government agencies, international organizations, industry associations, enterprises, and professional partners from across the region to discuss core issues of the industry, including:
Sustainable forest management and the legality of timber sources:
- Global trends in forest certification and responsible sourcing;
- Traceability and emerging requirements from international markets;
- Experiences in building sustainable supply chains in ASEAN countries;
- Regional cooperation opportunities to promote the sustainable development of the ASEAN wood and furniture industry.
-Time: 09:00 – 11:30 | Friday, 26 June 2026
-Venue: Vietnam Academy of Forest Sciences – No. 46 Duc Thang Street, Dong Ngac Ward, Hanoi, Vietnam
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Co-organizers:
- ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC)
- Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of HCMC (HAWA)
- Vietnam Timber and Forest Products Association (VIFOREST)
- Vietnam Academy of Forest Sciences (VAFS)
- PEFC International
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AFIC sincerely appreciates the valuable support of our sponsors and partners:
- Main Sponsor: An Cuong Wood – Working Joint Stock Company
- Sustainability Partner: PEFC International
- Supporting Partners: Minh Long Wood Group Joint Stock Company, Huy Hoang Locks Company Limited, Ho Chi Minh Export Furniture Fair – HawaExpo , and Vietnam Star JSC
The seminar will provide an opportunity for stakeholders to share experiences, connect resources, and promote regional cooperation toward the sustainable development of the ASEAN wood and furniture industry.
