The ASEAN region is set to host its inaugural pulp and paper industry summit. The event will take place on November 13, 2024, at Le Meridien Putrajaya in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, under the theme “Packaging & Beyond.” The summit is supported by several industry associations, including CPICC, MPPMA, VPPA, APKI, and CRRA.
Over the past decade, the ASEAN region has experienced rapid economic growth, becoming a vital engine for global manufacturing, especially showing strong recovery post-pandemic. With China’s ban on recovered paper imports, the paper packaging industry in ASEAN has attracted significant investments, further expanding its role in the global supply chain.
Highlights of the Summit
- Economic Outlook: The ASEAN region continues to grow rapidly, with its manufacturing sector becoming a key driver of global economic growth.
- Growth of the Packaging Industry: China’s ban on recovered paper imports, announced in 2017 and enforced in 2020, has accelerated the growth of ASEAN’s paper packaging sector.
- Technology and Future Trends:
- Latest developments in the Asian containerboard industry and challenges in the Chinese market.
- Uncertainty in the fiber supply chain and the impact of regulations on the packaging sector.
- Future trends in the packaging industry, including the shift towards sustainable packaging and the transition from plastic to paper products.
Additionally, Tiger Green Resources, a division of our company, will actively participate in the summit, showcasing its commitment to advancing sustainable packaging solutions and contributing to the development of the industry in the ASEAN region.
The summit will also feature a series of keynote speeches, technology exhibitions, and mill tours aimed at promoting the sustainable and efficient development of the pulp and paper industry in the ASEAN region. This event not only provides industry professionals with the opportunity to gain in-depth insights into current trends and developments but also serves as a platform for fostering regional and international cooperation.
