VII Trend of Packaging in ASEAN
The region has diverse cultures and wide ranging economic profiles. In the past few years, the economy of the ASEAN has all grown at a very rapid speed. This growth has both stimulated the growth of the packaging industry as well as created certain challenges for the industry. A summary of tables showing comparision between the ASEAN countries are attached (Table 2 - Table 7).
The consumer profile of the ASEAN coun-
tries has changed drastically over the years.
Increasing disposable income and opening up
of geographical boarders have created remark-
able market optimism in all economic classes.
The consumers now demand quality and vari-
ety, product safety, hygiene and nutrition.
Three main factors will continue to influence
the development trend on packaging in ASEAN.