A Landmark Gathering of Global Buyers, Asian Manufacturers, Industry Leaders, and Policymakers Signals a New Chapter for Regional Supply Chains and Global Sourcing
At a time when the global textile and apparel industry is undergoing one of its most profound transformations in decades, industry leaders, sourcing decision-makers, manufacturers, policymakers, innovators, and trade stakeholders from across Asia and international markets gathered today in Bangkok for the official opening of the 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 (Textiles & Apparel) and the Global Sourcing Summit 2026 at Hall 5, IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center.
With CEMS-Global USA as the Lead Organizer and ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) as a Co-organizer, the events are supported by leading regional and international industry stakeholders and are marked as one of Asia’s most significant platforms dedicated to advancing sourcing partnerships, accelerating trade opportunities, and shaping the future direction of the textile and apparel value chain.
This edition represents a significant elevation of the platform, with strong global and regional alignment:
- ASEAN Federation of Textile Industries (AFTEX) as Co-Organizer
- International Apparel Federation (IAF) as Strategic Partner
- China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Textiles (CCCT) as Partner
- Supporting Organizations: National Federation of Thai Textile Industries (NFTTI) and Thailand Textile Institute (THTI) as Supporting Organizations, TAFTAC Cambodia, VITAS Vietnam, MGMA Myanmar, API Indonesia, MTMA Malaysia, JAAF Sri Lanka, NAEC Export Promotion Council of India, FIEO India, Indian Chamber of Commerce India.
Held from 3 – 5 June 2026, the 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 presents an integrated sourcing marketplace connecting manufacturers from across Asia with regional and international buyers and sourcing offices. Running concurrently on 3–4 June 2026, the Global Sourcing Summit 2026 convenes global thought leaders and senior executives to examine the changing realities of trade, supply chains, sustainability, competitiveness, innovation, and long-term industry growth.
Under the unifying vision of “Asian Manufacturers. Global Buyers. One Powerful Show” and a strategic response to shifting supply chains, tariffs, and geopolitical uncertainties, the events bring together stakeholders representing the broader textile and apparel ecosystem – including yarn, fabric, apparel manufacturing, sourcing, retail, technology, trade organizations, sustainability institutions, and policy circles.
The opening reflects growing international confidence in Asia’s continued leadership as the world’s manufacturing and sourcing powerhouse, while also recognizing the region’s accelerating transition toward higher-value production, innovation-led growth, and more resilient supply networks.
Today’s launch comes at a defining moment for global business.
As brands and retailers increasingly seek diversified sourcing destinations, greater speed-to-market, stronger compliance standards, and more collaborative production ecosystems, Asia continues to demonstrate unmatched manufacturing capability, scale, innovation capacity, and supply chain depth.
The 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 and Global Sourcing Summit 2026 have been created to respond directly to these industry shifts.
The events provide a strategic platform for:
- Connecting global buyers and sourcing offices with manufacturers across Asia
- Strengthening sourcing and production partnerships across ASEAN, South Asia, East Asia and international markets
- Creating meaningful B2B opportunities and market access
- Encouraging regional collaboration rather than competition
- Accelerating innovation, digital transformation and operational excellence
- Advancing sustainability, circularity and responsible manufacturing practices
- Supporting future-ready growth for textile and apparel industries across the region
Mr. S. S. Sarwar, Group CEO of CEMS-Global USA, the Lead Organizer, stated: “The future of sourcing will not be built by isolated markets—it will be built through stronger regional collaboration, integrated value chains, and strategic partnerships across Asia and with the world. Today, as we open the 2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026 and the Global Sourcing Summit 2026, we are bringing together the people and institutions that will shape the next chapter of global textile and apparel sourcing.”
He added: “Bangkok stands today not simply as the host city of these initiatives, but as a gateway connecting manufacturing excellence, sourcing opportunities, innovation, and dialogue across Asia. Our vision is to create a platform where business opportunities are generated, knowledge is exchanged, and long-term industry transformation begins.”
Over the coming days, attendees will participate in high-level conference sessions, executive dialogues, buyer–supplier meetings, networking activities, and industry showcases focused on some of the sector’s most pressing and transformative themes, including:
- Global Sourcing in Transition
How brands and manufacturers are responding to shifting sourcing strategies, geopolitical realities, changing buyer expectations, and supply chain resilience.
- Building the Next Generation Supply Chain
Creating faster, smarter, more integrated and diversified sourcing ecosystems for global markets.
- Sustainability Beyond Compliance
Moving toward circularity, traceability, responsible production, carbon accountability, and long-term competitiveness.
- Innovation and Competitiveness
Leveraging technology, automation, AI, product development capabilities, and new operating models.
- ASEAN–South Asia–East Asia Collaboration
- Unlocking new opportunities through stronger regional partnerships and complementary manufacturing strengths.
- The Future of Asian Manufacturing
Positioning Asia as not only the manufacturing center of the world—but also a global hub for innovation, value creation, and sustainable growth.
The organizers expect the combined initiatives to facilitate substantial business engagement, strengthen regional and international partnerships, encourage investment and sourcing flows, and contribute to shaping the next decade of growth for the global textile and apparel sector.
Industry professionals, sourcing buyers, brands, retailers, manufacturers, exporters, trade organizations, investors, and stakeholders are invited to join the events and experience firsthand the opportunities emerging from Asia’s evolving sourcing landscape.
This initiative goes beyond an exhibition – it is a strategic movement to position Bangkok and ASEAN at the center of global sourcing.
Event Dates:
Global Sourcing Summit 2026: 3 – 4 June 2026
2nd Asia Sourcing Show 2026: 3 – 5 June 2026
Venue:
Hall 5 & 6, IMPACT Exhibition & Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand
For further information:
Website: www.asia-sourcing.com
Summit: www.globalsourcingsummit.com
Email: contact@cems-global.com
