Source: www.fibre2fashion.com
At the turn of the new year, Vietnam's textile industry is poised to celebrate a significant milestone achieved in 2024: it is likely to have overtaken Bangladesh as the world's second-largest garment exporter, following China . With a robust lineup of Chinese exhibitors showcasing to the Vietnamese market, and sustainability high on the list of priorities, these two textile powerhouses are set to unlock new opportunities at the Vietnam International Trade Fair for Apparel, Textiles, and Textile Technologies (VIATT), taking place from 26 – 28 February 2025.
Chinese manufacturers are increasingly seeking strategic investment opportunities in Vietnam, a key beneficiary of the China Plus One strategy. In October 2024, the two countries signed 10 agreements to enhance cooperation, ranging from an action plan for mutual recognition between customs agencies to cross-border QR code payments. To take advantage of the expanding market, in addition to other international exhibitors VIATT will welcome leading Chinese suppliers from the entire textile value chain.
This zone is set to feature 12 global exhibitors, including well-known testers and certifiers Cradle to Cradle Innovation Institute (Netherlands), Global Organic Textile Standard (Germany), Hohenstein (Germany), IDFL Laboratory and Institute (USA), and The Woolmark Company Pty Ltd (Australia). By prominently grouping green suppliers and service providers, VIATT will take another step towards becoming ASEAN’s sustainable, one-stop sourcing platform for the entire textile value chain.
