About this expo
IFEX Philippines is recognized as the country's leading international trade exhibition, dedicated to showcasing the rich diversity of the Philippine and Asian food industries. This premier event serves as a vital platform for promoting a wide array of products, including ethnic and specialty foods, tropical fruits, vegetables, seafood, beverages, bakery and confectionery items, meat and poultry, Halal-certified goods, and natural, organic, and healthy food selections. Its primary goal is to elevate the domestic food industry onto the global stage, fostering culinary innovation and facilitating international trade.
The exhibition provides a dynamic environment for Philippine and global exporters, as well as top and emerging food export companies, to connect with a worldwide network of buyers. Exhibitors benefit from a strategic platform to promote their products, scale their businesses, access high-value networking opportunities, and penetrate new international markets. The event supports these objectives through seamless business-matching services, a robust digital platform, and tools for creating digital catalogues to generate leads and strengthen online brand presence.
Attracting over 10,000 industry professionals and decision-makers, IFEX Philippines welcomes a diverse target audience. This includes top retail operators, importers, distributors, wholesalers, buying offices, industry leaders, chefs, and culinary experts from supermarkets, catering services, hotels, and restaurants. The event also draws manufacturers, local and international buyers, and industry enthusiasts, all seeking to explore new products, forge partnerships, and stay abreast of market trends in the food sector.
Highlights
4 items- Held annually at the World Trade Center Metro Manila, Manila, Philippines.
- Features a target audience of over 10,000 industry professionals and decision-makers.
- Takes place from May 20-22, 2027.
- AUMA listed.
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where will IFEX Philippines 2027 be held?+
IFEX Philippines 2027 will take place from May 20-22, 2027, at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Manila, Philippines.
Who is the organizer of IFEX Philippines?+
IFEX Philippines is organized by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), which is the export promotion arm of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI).
What types of products and industries are featured at IFEX Philippines?+
The exhibition covers a wide range of products including ethnic and specialty food, tropical fruits, vegetables, seafood, beverages, bakery and confectionery products, meat and poultry, Halal-certified products, and natural, organic, and healthy food products. It focuses on the Philippine and Asian food industries.
How can I participate in IFEX Philippines?+
IFEX Philippines is open to both public and professionals. Exhibitors can leverage the event's dynamic platform for business-matching services and to create digital catalogues to generate leads. The official website, ifexconnect.com, provides further information.
