Ho chi minh city: The third Vietnam-ASEAN International Furniture and Handicraft Fair (VIFA ASEAN 2025) commenced in Ho Chi Minh City on August 26. The four-day event is themed ‘Gathering All the Best Southeast Asian Furniture Excellence’ and aims to connect the furniture industries across ASEAN nations while establishing Ho Chi Minh City as a regional trade hub.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the fair marks the start of the autumn series of Asia’s leading furniture fairs. These events are set to take place in Vietnam, the Republic of Korea, Malaysia, China, and Indonesia, featuring a wide range of furniture and handicraft products from across the region. The fair is expected to enhance trade relationships and promote the exchange of ideas and innovations within the furniture industry.