ASEAN Federation of Forwarders Associations (AFFA)

The ASEAN Federation of Forwarders Associations (AFFA) is a regional non-governmental umbrella organization representing the freight forwarding and logistics sector across the Southeast Asian (ASEAN) nations. Founded on December 7, 1991, AFFA unites the national freight forwarder associations of ASEAN member states—such as MIFFA (Myanmar), BRUFA (Brunei), FMFF (Malaysia), and others—to foster cooperation, streamline cross-border trade, and elevate industry standards. Key Objectives & Focus Areas Regional Connectivity: Facilitating seamless cross-border freight transport across sea, air, and land routes within Southeast Asia. Logistics Harmonization: Working alongside ASEAN government bodies to align customs procedures, trade documentation, and transport regulations. Education & Training: Elevating professional standards through specialized logistics curricula, certification programs, and train-the-trainer frameworks. Digitalization & Sustainability: Promoting green supply chain initiatives, paperless trade processing, and digital logistics technology adoption across member nations.