We are pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend the Vietnam Roundtable titled “Unlocking Growth for Footwear Businesses in an Uncertain Trade Landscape”, which is co-organized by The Association of Footwear and Apparel Canada (AFA), in partnership with the Vietnam Trade Office in Canada (VTO) and the Vietnam Leather, Footwear and Handbag Association (LEFASO).
Date: August 12, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (followed by a networking breakfast)
Format: In-person
Location: Toronto Congress Centre
Website: https://www.afacanada.com/breakfast-roundtable-on-trade
This roundtable will feature a powerful combination of a panel discussion and facilitated group discussions, all centered on the critical question: How can footwear businesses effectively deal with trade uncertainty to scale up? You will gain unparalleled opportunities to:
- Master CPTPP Advantages, Including Cumulative Origin: Demystify the intricacies of CPTPP rules of origin and certification, including “substantial transformation” and “regional value content.” Critically, we will explore the immense potential of cumulative origin, demonstrating how sourcing materials or components from other CPTPP member countries can allow your final product to qualify for preferential tariffs, even if not all inputs originate in one single CPTPP country. This is a game-changer for optimizing your supply chains and maximizing tariff benefits.
- Gain a Competitive Edge through Vietnam: Discover how Vietnam’s strategic location and robust network of FTAs offer footwear businesses preferential access to over 600 million consumers in the ASEAN bloc and the broader Indo-Pacific region. Learn how Vietnam can serve as a vital hub for diversified sourcing and market entry.
- Navigate Global Trade Confidently: Receive expert guidance on utilizing the CPTPP framework to mitigate trade complexities, overcome protectionist measures, and ensure smoother international expansion for your footwear products.
- Identify Untapped Opportunities: Explore high-growth sectors and specific avenues for trade and investment collaboration in Vietnam that align with your business’s capabilities and growth ambitions, from manufacturing partnerships to new market penetration.
- Learn from Success: Hear compelling case studies and success stories of Canadian businesses already thriving by leveraging the CPTPP and Vietnam’s strategic position, providing actionable blueprints for your own expansion.
- Strengthen Industry Connections: Connect with leading business leaders, policymakers, and business supporting agencies to forge long-term partnerships that drive export growth and facilitate business matching opportunities between Canadian and Vietnamese footwear companies.
- Collaborate and Share Experiences: This platform is designed for participants to meet, share experiences, and establish professional relationships that can lead to future collaborations in export promotion and business development.
This is an essential event for any Canadian footwear business looking to strategically expand, mitigate risks, and unlock new potentials in a complex global trade environment. Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to propel your business onto the international stage.
For more details, please see attached event background and agenda.
To attend the event, please register here.
