FTA Opens New Greater China Office
The new facilities will allow FTA to accommodate its growing local team and will increase the association’s support and presence in the region.
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Australia Soon to Require Reporting on Modern Slavery
The Australian Government proposed a requirement, stipulating large corporations to report their actions that address modern slavery in their operations and supply chains.
FTA To Hold Forum on Trade and Customs in France
In late September, FTA will hold an FTA Forum in Lyon, France, tailored specifically for French-speaking members, to discuss major developments in trade, customs and corporate social responsibility.
Webinar: Indian Goods and Services Tax
FTA will provide support to members and producers during tax reform roll-out. Register today for the webinar!
FTA Strengthens Regional Presence in Asia
FTA Director General Christian Ewert travelled to Taipei to meet with stakeholders, marking a good start to future collaborations and partnerships.
FTA Upholds the Rights of Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining in Turkey
With the recent news of the dismissal of factory workers in Turkey, FTA calls upon companies to adhere to their business responsibility and respect human rights.
FTA Urges Bangladesh to Cooperate with EU and ILO
To meet the raising concerns of members on the labour situation in Bangladesh, FTA wrote a letter to the Prime Minister of Bangladesh urging the country to cooperate with international bodies.
FTA Advocates for EU Trade and Sustainable Development
Following the recent intensification of the debate on how EU trade policy can best contribute to sustainable development, FTA will organise a round table to discuss the topic with key stakeholders.
FTA Supports Companies in Complying with the UK Modern Slavery Act
A new easy guide has been developed to help members prepare the statement requested in the Act.
Leading the Field: Upgrading FTA’s Audit Integrity Programme
Following an independent 3rd party diagnostic of BSCI’s industry-leading Audit Integrity Programme, FTA is now embarking on significant enhancements to further drive up the quality of all of its auditing activities.
‘Unleash Opportunity’ Conference Highlights
Read the highlights of one of Europe’s largest trade and sustainability conferences! All photos, session summaries, and videos are now available on the conference website.
FTA Thought Leadership Webinar: Empowering Women in Supply Chains
Watch the webinar on why women’s empowerment makes good business sense and find out more about FTA’s upcoming projects and events.
Discussing Sustainable Supply Chain Management with Spanish Businesses
FTA held a joint event with Forética on generating business opportunities through responsible trade in Madrid.
Proposal on New Methodology Needs Further Scrutiny
FTA urges the European Parliament to reassess its proposal on new methodology to calculate normal value for countries with significant price distortions.
And the Winner is…
The 2017 FTA Members’ Award aims to showcase members’ efforts in international trade and sustainable supply chains.
One Year Later: The Dutch Garment and Textiles Agreement
One year after signing the Dutch Garment and Textiles Agreement, signatories released a list of production locations promoting transparency in supply chains.
FTA Calls for Constructive Dialogue in Thammakaset Case in Thailand
FTA sent a letter to the Thai Embassy in Brussels calling for an out-of-court settlement of a defamation case against migrant workers and other involved parties.
FTA Saddened by Boiler Explosion in Bangladesh
FTA expresses its sincere condolences to all those affected by the tragic incident at Multifabs Ltd on Monday 3 July, when a boiler exploded claiming the lives of 13 people. Our thoughts go out to the victims and their families.
FTA Comments on Circular Economy and Chemical Policy Roadmap
Read FTA’s comments to the European Commission Roadmap on the interface between chemicals, products and waste legislation.
BEPI Stresses the Need to Include Downstream Users
FTA was invited to speak at the Helsinki Chemicals Forum, celebrating the 10th anniversary of REACH.
Promoting Trade in the Greater China Region
FTA and the Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei signed an agreement to unite efforts and work together on trade and investment.
Belt & Road: FTA and CFIE Working Together
In mid-June, FTA became the first international organisation to join the Belt & Road Industrial & Commercial Alliance after signing an agreement with the China Federation of Industrial Economics.
How to Engage your Supply Chain on Carbon Reduction and Mitigation
Climate change is a global issue. Find out how BEPI is working with its members and partner, the myclimate Foundation, to reduce carbon emissions in the supply chain.
Joining Forces to End Abuse in Supply Chains
FTA participated in an Alliance 8.7 Supply Chain Action Group workshop on forced labour and child labour in Berlin.