Cairo:Egypt will host the International Textile Manufacturers Federation (ITMF) annual conference in October 2027. This decision came after the ITMF General Assembly approved Egypt's bid during its ongoing conference in Fortaleza, Brazil. The event is anticipated to enhance the international standing of Egypt's textile industry, particularly in spinning, weaving, ready-made garments, and home textiles, while fostering opportunities for trade, investment, and collaboration with global industry leaders.
According to State Information Service Egypt, the Egyptian delegation's presentation played a crucial role in securing the hosting rights. The delegation included key figures such as Mohamed Kassem, the head of the Foreign Trade Committee at the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI), and Mohamed Abdel Salam, chairman of the Ready-Made Garments and Home Textiles Chamber. Kassem highlighted that hosting the conference would allow Egypt to solidify its trade and industrial ties with international markets and establish direct connections with leading global companies to explore new investment and trade avenues.
Abdel Salam welcomed the decision, seeing it as both an opportunity and a responsibility for Egypt's textile sector to demonstrate its capabilities to the global business community. He emphasized that the conference would shed light on the advancements in Egypt's ready-made garments and home textiles sectors, showcasing their production capacity and potential for expansion into international markets.
Mohamed Fathy Abu El-Fotouh, a member of the conference hosting committee, remarked that the approval was a testament to the collective efforts behind Egypt's hosting bid. He underscored the significance of exhibiting Egypt's industrial strengths and its potential contribution to the global textile industry. The conference aims to address industry challenges, review emerging trends in production and international trade, and bolster cooperation with global partners to add value and enhance the competitiveness of Egyptian products.
Khaled El-Beheiry, the executive director of the Textile Industries Chamber, noted the importance of coordinating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the conference's success and maximize its benefits for Egypt's textile sector. The preparations will involve a comprehensive program for participants to explore Egypt's industrial capabilities, meet local enterprises, and identify opportunities for collaboration and partnerships.
Hany Qaddah, executive director of the Ready-Made Garments and Home Textiles Chamber, expressed that hosting the ITMF annual conference is a vital step toward amplifying the international presence of Egypt's textile industry. The event is expected to translate international exposure into practical cooperation opportunities, knowledge and technology transfer, and partnerships between Egyptian manufacturers and their global counterparts.
Dalia Saber, rapporteur of the hosting committee, emphasized that the conference would facilitate exchanges between Egyptian industry representatives and their international peers, showcasing local companies' capabilities and exploring training, development, innovation, and sustainability opportunities. The preparations for the event will include developing an international program and strengthening communication with partners to build long-term relationships that support the growth of Egypt's textile industry in global markets.