Taiwan showcased its industry’s artistry, including areas of eco-textiles, function and fashion textiles, dyes and trimmings at the Saigontex 2016 textile exhibition, concluded recently in Ho Chi Minh City.  The Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF) endorsed the island’s distinctive sample at this year’s exhibits, under the theme, Think Taiwan for Textiles.

Saigontex 2016, was held at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) from March 30 to April 2, and witnessed participation of 1,063 exhibitors from across 24 countries /regions. At the exhibition, TTF promoted the island’s textile industry under three broad categories of fashion, functionality and eco-friendliness. 

Export of Taiwanese products to Vietnam has seen a significant growth in the recent years, owing to the country’s trade ties under ASEAN. Moreover, Taiwan has also expressed interest in joining the TPP, of which Vietnam is already a member. Taiwan also hopes to promote a proposed Free Trade Agreement of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP) amid multilateral efforts to boost economic integration in the region.

TTF’s Textile Export Promotion Project (TEPP), organised by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Foreign Trade, promotes the textile industry by organising trade missions, collaborating meetings and ensuring attendance at various international shows like Saigontex. The country’s textile product quality is evident in its partnerships with brands like Decathlon, Oasis, Thai Tuan, Garmex, Lime Orange, Vinatex, Poong In and Walmart.