Bench Bello, Founder of Manila International Fashion Film Festival,will represent the Philippines at the upcoming BRICS+ Fashion Summit, a major international platform shaping the future of the global fashion industry. Leaders from fashion associations, textile and manufacturing companies, industry experts, designers, and buyers from more than 60 countries will gather for the event, which will take place in Moscow from August 28 to 30.
Over the past three years, the BRICS+ Fashion Summit has showcased emerging fashion industries from more than 90 countries, amid the rapid expansion of Moscow’s own fashion sector. From Brazil and Ecuador to the United Arab Emirates, Indonesia, South Africa, India, and China, this vibrant platform encourages meaningful collaboration among designers and fashion associations from a variety of geographical locations, opening up new growth prospects and strengthening global alliances. Moscow’s role continues to evolve as both a thriving creative economy and a pivotal player on the global fashion stage.
The Summit’s Business Program will focus on key strategic themes such as sustainable production, creativity and innovation, professional education, expansion of international trade relations, and the challenges faced by BRICS+ nations and the wider global community.
Bench Bello will share key insights and bring extensive expertise to the Summit. Bench Bello’s participation highlights the Summit’s commitment to fostering long-term cooperation, cultural exchange, and empowering talented local brands from emerging regions.
“BRICS+ Fashion Summit gives the participants a proper visibility, voice, and validation on the global stage. This is more than a networking event—it is a bridge that empowers emerging economies to transform fashion into a tool of cultural diplomacy, economic growth, and global influence,” shares Bench Bello.
Alongside the BRICS+ Fashion Summit, all eyes will be on Moscow Fashion Week, running from August 28 to September 2. The event will feature Russian designers alongside brands from 10 countries – including Brazil, South Africa, China, India, and Spain. As part of Moscow Fashion Week, in collaboration with the Manila International Fashion Film Festival, the World Fashion Shorts Festival will showcase a curated selection of captivating short films from around the globe, celebrating cultural diversity and offering fresh, innovative perspectives on fashion.
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