Thailand Hosts This Year’s Meeting of International Sericulture Commission

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BANGKOK ( NNT) - The Department of Sericulture is hosting the annual International Sericulture Commission (ISC) meeting, bringing together representatives from six countries to discuss strategies for the international development of the sericulture industry. The conference, scheduled for May 21-28, is also set to see the establishment of World Silk Day as proposed by Thailand.

 

Led by Prakob Phaophong, Director-General of the Department of Sericulture, and Sutira Pholcharoen, an agricultural specialist and silk product development expert, Thailand welcomed delegates from India, Romania, Bangladesh, Uganda, Japan and relevant local representatives. This marks the fifth time that Thailand has hosted the ISC meeting, reflecting its commitment to the growth of the sericulture sector.

 

The week-long meeting covers a wide range of topics, including ISC activities for the previous year, progress on the Make The Label Count (MTLC) campaign, ISC training programs, silk standard testing and grading, and Thailand’s proposal to designate August 12 as World Silk Day.

 

In addition to the conference, the delegates are participating in field visits and study tours from May 22-28. These visits include interactions with agricultural groups in Chachoengsao province, exploring textile and product manufacturing groups, and visiting exhibition centers in Nakhon Ratchasima province. The delegates will also have the opportunity to visit Chul Thai Silk Co Ltd and sericulture industrial farmers in Phetchabun province.

 

The International Sericultural Commission (ISC), an intergovernmental organization registered with the United Nations, was established in 1960 with the goal of promoting scientific, economic and related activities in the field of sericulture. Currently headquartered in Bangalore, India, the ISC provides members with the opportunity to present research findings at the World Sericulture Congress held every three years.

 

By proposing World Silk Day and fostering international collaboration, Thailand aims to promote the rich heritage and economic potential of the silk sector, ensuring its sustainable growth for decades to come.

 

Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230523153339920

 

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