At the 14th edition of Prime Source Forum in Hong Kong, IAF President Han Bekke, stated the apparel supply chain is dramatically fragmented at the moment and needs more collaboration. IAF (International Apparel Federation) has taken the initiative to participate in projects with global reach and focus on industry development and harmonisation. In his address to the Forum, Bekke mentioned that the collaborative work with OECD, SLCP and ITMF has reduced audit and standard fatigue.

IAF is the only global network for the apparel industry with members in more than 60 countries around the globe. Its mission is to unite all stakeholders of the fashion and apparel industry including brands, retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and country associations from around the world to enable and promote smarter, stronger and more sustainable supply chains. This years 35th IAF World Fashion Convention will be held from November 12-13, 2019 in Lahore, Pakistan.