
The ASPA MEA Open House 2025, held in Dubai, brought together 46 delegates from 17 companies to strengthen collaboration against counterfeiting across the Middle East and Africa. The event emphasized unified action, industry networking, and ASPA’s growing regional influence.
ASPA MEA Open House 2025: Advancing Regional Synergy in Anti-Counterfeiting Efforts
Held on April 24, 2025, in Dubai, the ASPA MEA Open House welcomed key stakeholders from the authentication, packaging, and brand protection sectors. With 46 attendees representing 17 companies, the event marked a major step in ASPA’s goal to expand its footprint across the MEA region.
The agenda featured insightful presentations led by Mr. Manoj Kochar (ASPA President), Mr. Ranesh Bajaj (ASPA MEA Chair), and Mr. Kaunain Shahidi (Industry Expert), highlighting the need for strong partnerships to fight counterfeiting. A notable initiative was the proposed formation of a Dubai-based “Action Group” aimed at advancing ASPA’s mission in the region—already backed by six interested companies.
The event concluded with a networking dinner, offering a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange.