Guided by Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) and organized by the Taiwan Textile Research Institute (TTRI), the APEC International Seminar on Smart Technology Applications in Textiles will take place in Bangkok. The event focuses on “Digital Empowerment for Supply Chain Resilience and Sustainable Prosperity,” gathering government, industry, and academic representatives from APEC economies to share policies, technologies, and best practices.
The seminar highlights how smart manufacturing, edge computing, AI analytics, and data integration can enhance supply chain transparency, accelerate decision-making, and strengthen industrial resilience amid global challenges such as geopolitical risks, climate change, and sustainability compliance.
With a complete textile ecosystem and over 70% of the global market share in functional fabrics, Taiwan plays a key role in driving innovation. By applying digital tools such as supply chain monitoring, system integration, and data traceability, Taiwanese companies are improving global production scheduling, cross-border collaboration, and supply flexibility.
The two-day event features policy discussions, expert presentations, and site visits showcasing digital transformation and energy-saving practices in dyeing and testing facilities. The program also promotes the participation of women experts, reflecting APEC’s values of diversity and inclusive growth.
The MOEA emphasized that the “Taiwan Team”—combining government, research institute, and industry—will continue to integrate semiconductor and ICT strengths to support APEC partners in building resilient, low-carbon, and traceable textile supply chains, fostering a sustainable and innovative Asia-Pacific textile industry.