Each year, the International Alliance of Furnishing Publications (IAFP) gather at a major international trade fair to conduct their AGM. This year, the 19 members / countries gathered in Malaysia – graciously hosted by the prominent Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF).

During the assembly, members discussed various issues and included the election of their new President.

Mr. Artem Vasiliev (Russian Member – pictured center) was announced as the new President. Mr. Vasiliev spoke with Furnishing International’s Publisher, Mr. Peter Zapris shortly after his new appointment and commented, “I am honored to take on this lead role and I am committed to future growth of our IAFP and our global industry alike.”

A full interview with Mr. Artem will be published soon.