ASEAN Furniture Industries Council - AFIC

27/07/2026

📢 [Media Support] BANGKOK – The Thailand International Woodworking & Furniture Exhibition 2026 (TIWF 2026)

BANGKOK – The Thailand International Woodworking & Furniture Exhibition 2026 (TIWF 2026) will officially return from 16–18 September 2026 at the IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre, Muang Thong Thani, Thailand.

As Thailand’s largest international trade exhibition dedicated exclusively to the woodworking and furniture industries, TIWF 2026 is jointly organized by IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. and IEC Messevertriebs GmbH of Germany—two globally recognized exhibition organizers. The event brings together entrepreneurs, manufacturers, designers, distributors, suppliers, and industry professionals from Thailand and across ASEAN, providing valuable opportunities for business networking, knowledge exchange, market exploration, and strategic partnerships throughout the industry’s supply chain.

To serve the entire supply chain holistically, TIWF 2026 covers four key exhibitor profiles:
1. Machinery & Technology: Advanced manufacturing machinery and tools
2. Materials & Supplies: Materials, equipment, and decorative surfaces
3. Fittings, Hardware & Components: Hardware systems, fittings, and furniture components
4. Industry Services: Specialized software, design systems, trade media, and associations
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Detailed Information:
📅Event dates: September 16–18, 2026
⏰ Opening hours: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
📍 Venue: Halls 5–6, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Centre
👉 Visitor Pre-registration: https://evcnx.co/5oGWh
👉 Exhibitor & Product Highlights: https://thailandwoodworking.com/product-highlights/
🌐 Official Website: www.thailandwoodworking.com
📱 LINE Official: .woodworking
📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/Thailandwoodworking
👉 Free Visitor Registration:
https://thailandwoodworking.com/visitor-registration/?campaign=Intermedia_online
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Contact Information for Media:
Ms. Kridsini Charoenphol (Ame)
Tel: 096-224-9591
Email: [email protected]

Dr. Sanjay Kumar, PH.D.
PR and Communication Manager
Mobile : +66 (0) 84 327 7267 ,+66 (0) 2833 5290
E-mail : [email protected]

14/07/2026

Four ASEAN-related trade fairs have signed an MoU to build a more unified international profile for the region's furniture industry.
The agreement was made at the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC) Leadership Meeting on June 25-27 in Hanoi between the HawaExpo in Vietnam, EFE in Malaysia, IFFINA+ in Indonesia, and PIFS in the Philippines.

This event takes place as the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of Ho Chi Minh City (HAWA) assumes the role of chairman of AFIC for the 2026–2028 term. This is the first time a Vietnamese wood industry association has held the position.

Four ASEAN-related trade fairs have signed an MoU to build a more unified international profile for the region's furniture industry.

13/07/2026

🌟🇲🇾CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW GOVERNING COMMITTEE OF MFC (2026/2029 TERM)!

The ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC) extends our warmest congratulations to the Malaysian Furniture Council (MFC) on the official swearing-in ceremony of its Governing Committee for the 2026/2029 term!

The ceremony was successfully held during the 2nd MFC Master Luban Dinner on July 4, 2026, in Muar, Johor, gathering regional industry leaders and senior government officials. We are thrilled to congratulate Mr. Desmond Tan Boon Hai on retaining his position as President, alongside Mr. Matthew Law Kian Siong (Deputy President) and Mr. Goh Song Huang (Secretary-General).

Under this strong leadership, MFC has pledged its firm commitment to enhancing industry competitiveness and driving sustainable development. AFIC strongly believes that the new Governing Committee will achieve outstanding milestones and further elevate the Malaysian furniture industry to global heights.

We look forward to working closely with MFC to foster deeper regional integration, strengthen trade promotion, and build a more connected ASEAN furniture community. Once again, congratulations to MFC!

02/07/2026

🎥 [RECAP] ASEAN LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026

The ASEAN Leadership Meeting 2026 has successfully concluded in Hanoi, leaving many meaningful highlights. The event marked HAWA’s role as AFIC Chair for the 2026–2028 term, while opening up new connections among associations, businesses, and partners in the ASEAN wood and furniture industry.

As part of the program, AFIC delegates took part in a series of activities that connected professional dialogue with practical experiences. Through meetings, seminars, business visits, and tours of notable cultural and design destinations, the program offered a vivid perspective on a Vietnam rich in identity, creativity, and proactive international integration.

💐 Let’s look back on the memorable moments from the ASEAN Leadership Meeting 2026

Cùng nhìn lại những khoảnh khắc đáng nhớ tại ASEAN Leadership Meeti...

01/07/2026

🌟 APPRECIATION TO OUR PARTNERS OF AFIC LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026

The ASEAN Furniture Leadership Meeting 2026, held in Hanoi, Vietnam from 25–27 June 2026, successfully concluded with many meaningful highlights, marking an important step in strengthening connection and cooperation within the ASEAN wood and furniture industry.

One of the key factors contributing to the success of the event was the valuable support, contribution, and companionship of the co-organizers, main sponsor, and supporting partners.

💐 The Organizing Committee would like to sincerely thank:
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)
Main Sponsor: An Cường
Supporting Partners:
• Khóa Huy Hoàng
• Gỗ Minh Long
• PEFC International
• Ho Chi Minh Export Furniture Fair - HawaExpo
• Vietnam Star JSC
• Forest Trends Association (Forest Trends)
• Nha Xinh Furniture – a brand of AKA Furniture

The support of our valued partners not only contributed to the overall success of the event, but also demonstrated the spirit of cooperation, connection, and shared commitment to promoting the sustainable development of the wood and furniture industry across the ASEAN region.

The Organizing Committee would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all partners for their trust, support, and companionship throughout AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026. We look forward to continuing this valued cooperation in future activities.

30/06/2026

🏺 [AFIC LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026] EXPLORING VIETNAMESE IDENTITY AND DESIGN CREATIVITY

Concluding the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026 in Hanoi, the tour program “Exploring Vietnamese Identity and Creativity in Design” offered AFIC delegates meaningful experiences in culture, handicrafts, interior design, and contemporary living spaces, contributing to the promotion of Vietnam as a country rich in identity, creativity, and openness to cooperation.

✨ The journey brought the delegation to the ancient village of Bat Trang, the Center for Vietnamese Craft Village Excellence, and the Hon Dat Viet Bat Trang Art Museum — places that preserve and showcase the quintessence of Vietnamese ceramics and traditional craftsmanship. The program then continued with visits to the Nhà Xinh showroom and Ecopark Township, giving delegates further insights into Vietnam’s interior design capabilities, living space planning, and green urban development trends.

✨ As the final activity of the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026 in Hanoi, the tour left a lasting impression of a Vietnam rich in cultural identity, dynamic in creativity, and open to collaboration. From the heritage stories of Bat Trang to the modern living spaces of Ecopark, the journey not only offered distinctive cultural and design experiences, but also helped strengthen connections among ASEAN furniture associations and businesses, opening up further opportunities for cooperation across the regional furniture value chain.

👉 Read more here: https://www.aseanfurniture.org/afic-leadership-meeting-2026-exploring-vietnamese-identity-and-design-creativity/

30/06/2026

🏭 [AFIC LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026] AFIC DELEGATION VISITS WOODSLAND AND HUY HOANG LOCK FACTORIES

As part of the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026 in Hanoi, on the afternoon of June 26, 2026, the delegation of the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC) paid a field visit to Woodsland Factory and Huy Hoang Lock Factory at Quang Minh Industrial Park.

🌳 At Woodsland, the delegation learned about the company’s operational scale, production capacity, and manufacturing process for wooden interior products. The visit then continued at Huy Hoang Lock, where delegates explored the production system for locks, door hardware, and supporting solutions for the construction and interior sectors.
The factory tour provided delegates with practical insights into the manufacturing capabilities of Vietnamese enterprises, while also contributing to stronger connections, knowledge exchange, and expanded cooperation opportunities within the ASEAN wood and furniture industry.

💐 The Organizing Committee would like to sincerely thank Woodsland and Huy Hoang Lock for their warm hospitality, valuable sharing, and meaningful support throughout the visit.

👉 Read more here: https://www.aseanfurniture.org/afic-leadership-meeting-2026-afic-delegation-visits-woodsland-and-huy-hoang-lock-factories/

27/06/2026

ASEAN on the Path to Becoming a Global Hub for Sustainable Wood Processing

As environmental standards, timber legality, and traceability become essential requirements for accessing global markets, ASEAN countries are strengthening cooperation to build a transparent, responsible, and sustainable wood supply chain.

This shared vision was reaffirmed during the AFIC Furniture Leadership Meeting 2026 in Việt Nam, where regional furniture industry leaders agreed on key priorities for future collaboration. By leveraging ASEAN’s timber resources alongside Việt Nam’s manufacturing capabilities, the region aims to develop common standards, enhance global competitiveness, and position ASEAN as a leading hub for sustainable wood processing and green growth.

26/06/2026

[AFIC LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026] AFIC DELEGATION VISITS AND WORKS WITH THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENT

🤝 Continuing the dynamic series of activities in Hanoi, this morning (June 26, 2026), the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC) delegation paid an official visit and held a highly productive working session at the headquarters of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

✨ Deputy Minister Nguyen Quoc Tri and Deputy Director General of the Forestry and Forest Protection Department Nguyen Van Dien directly welcomed the delegation and presided over the session. During the exchange, the Deputy Minister highly commended AFIC's pivotal role in fostering comprehensive cooperation among associations, enterprises, and partners across the ASEAN wood and furniture value chain. The Ministry also acknowledged and fully supported AFIC's strategic initiatives for the 2026 - 2028 tenure, particularly the orientation toward developing regional supply chains, establishing an alliance among regional furniture fairs, and promoting sustainable timber sourcing.

🎯 To accompany AFIC and the business community in expanding globally and meeting strict international standards, the Deputy Minister affirmed 3 strong commitments from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment:
1️⃣ Refining Legal Frameworks: Continuously perfecting forestry policies to ensure transparency, stability, and full alignment with international commitments.
2️⃣ Developing Green Material Zones: Strongly promoting high-quality planted forest zones that achieve sustainable forest management certifications.
3️⃣ Providing On-the-Ground Support: Assisting enterprises in meeting product traceability standards and circular economy models, while actively driving market access and protecting the legitimate interests of businesses in international trade.

The visit has successfully reinforced solidarity and injected great momentum into the upcoming breakthrough journey of the ASEAN furniture sector!

26/06/2026

[AFIC LEADERSHIP MEETING 2026] DRIVING SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN THE ASEAN WOOD – FURNITURE INDUSTRY
On the morning of June 26, 2026, within the framework of the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026 in Hanoi, the seminar titled "Forestry and Sustainable Development of the ASEAN Wood – Furniture Industry" was successfully held at the Vietnamese Academy of Forest Sciences.

The program was attended by Mr. Nguyen Van Dien – Deputy Director General of the Forestry and Forest Protection Department, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment; Mr. Nguyen Quốc Khanh – Chairman of the ASEAN Furniture Industries Council (AFIC); Mr. Phung Quoc Man – Chairman of the Handicraft and Wood Industry Association of Ho Chi Minh City (HAWA); Dr. Tran Lam D**g – Vice President of the Vietnamese Academy of Forest Sciences; along with high-ranking representatives from furniture associations of ASEAN member states, industry experts, enterprises, and relevant stakeholders.

As one of the core activities of the AFIC Leadership Meeting 2026, the seminar focused on exchanging insights regarding sustainable forest management, legal timber sourcing, forest certification, traceability, and emerging requirements from the international market. Through specialized presentations and panel sessions, the program delivered practical perspectives while unlocking collaborative opportunities in sustainable material development, digitalized traceability, and value enhancement for ASEAN wood and furniture products.