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Updates and highlights that reflect IFRA’s ongoing work, team developments, and broader engagement beyond specific focus areas.
This section features a selection of updates that reflect the evolving life of the association — ranging from internal developments and team news to wider organizational highlights. These stories offer insight into the people, culture, and broader context behind IFRA’s work.
11 May 2026
News
IFRA strengthens ties with ASEAN Cosmetic Association in Hanoi meeting
International Fragrance Association (IFRA) President Alexander Mohr and Dr Caroline Li, IFRA Asia Pacific Regional Director, met with Madam Tran Thi Phuong Mai, President of the ASEAN Cosmetic Association (ACA), in Hanoi, Vietnam. Ms. Selina Xu, representative of Givaudan, also joined the discussion.
23 April 2026
News
Strengthening chemical safety governance in Brazil
ABIFRA’s Regulatory Affairs Manager elected to CONASQ for the 2026 – 2028 term
15 April 2026
Press Release
Michael Friede joins the IFRA Board representing Symrise
Geneva, 15 April 2026 – The International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has announced that Michael Friede, President Scent & Care and Member of the Executive Board of Symrise AG, has joined the IFRA Board, representing Symrise. He succeeds Claus Oliver Schmidt in this role.