Uzbekistan is set to make history by hosting the first-ever Joint Conference of two prominent global textile federations, marking a significant milestone for the country’s burgeoning textile industry.
Scheduled from 8th to 10th September 2024, the Annual Conference of the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) and the IAF Fashion Convention will convene in the historic city of Samarkand.
This unprecedented event is poised to unite over 1,000 key figures from the international textile arena within Uzbekistan’s borders. The assembly will include leaders representing more than 500 international organizations, renowned textile companies, prominent brands, retailers, and financial institutions hailing from Europe, the CIS, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Their collective aim will be to delve into critical discussions concerning the future trajectory of the global textile industry.
The announcement of Uzbekistan as the host country for these prestigious conferences was made on November 6th, 2023, during the Annual Conference of the International Federation of Textile Manufacturers (ITMF) and Textile Week in Keqiao.
The Uztekstilprom Association proudly unveiled plans to organize the ITMF Annual Conference & IAF World Fashion Convention in Samarkand, signaling a new era for Uzbekistan’s textile sector.
The decision to select Samarkand as the venue for these gatherings was further solidified during the Fashion Convention of the International Apparel Federation (IAF) held in Philadelphia, USA, on October 25th, 2023. It was publicly disclosed that the upcoming IAF conference would also be hosted in the historic city of Samarkand.
The swift and substantial progress witnessed in Uzbekistan’s textile industry has not gone unnoticed within the international community. Observers acknowledge a remarkable transformation, positioning the country as a competitive player on the global textile manufacturing stage. These forthcoming conferences are anticipated to bolster Uzbekistan’s standing and solidify its role as a significant contributor to the global textile landscape.
The anticipation surrounding the ITMF Annual Conference and IAF Fashion Convention in Samarkand speaks volumes about Uzbekistan’s rising profile in the international textile domain. As the country gears up to welcome these influential gatherings, the world eagerly anticipates the collaborative efforts and pivotal discussions that will shape the future of the global textile industry.
