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 took place in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 12–13, 2025.
With the theme “Digital Empowerment for Supply Chain Resilience and Sustainable Prosperity,” the seminar brought together over 100 delegates from seven APEC economies to exchange insights on how AI, smart manufacturing, and data governance can drive textile digitalization and sustainability. Hosting the event in Thailand underscores its strategic role in the regional supply chain and symbolizes Taiwan’s long-term commitment to Asia-Pacific cooperation. Taiwanese teams have advanced automation and digital integration, partnering with the Thailand Textile Institute (THTI) to strengthen supply chain resilience.
Dr. Chien-Cheng Tai, Senior Technical Specialist from MOEA, shared Taiwan’s success in digitalizing and automating manufacturing, featuring smart dyeing, intelligent weaving, and AI inspection platforms.
The two-day program also featured field visits and on-site demonstrations showcasing energy-saving and digital transformation solutions at dyeing and testing facilities. In line with APEC’s commitment to inclusiveness, the seminar encouraged active participation of women and young professionals to promote diverse perspectives in the future of textile innovation.
Through its “Team Taiwan” collaborative model, integrating efforts from government, research institutes, and industry, Taiwan continues to advance low-carbon, transparent, and efficient textile ecosystems. The seminar not only highlighted Taiwan’s pioneering role in smart manufacturing and sustainable development, but also reinforced its commitment to fostering innovation and shared prosperity across the Asia-Pacific region.
