THE 53rd ANNUAL SESSIONS AND MEETINGS OF THE IPC AND INTERNATIONAL SPICE EXHIBITION
IPC holds regular Session and Meetings every year which is hosted by the IPC member country on a rotation basis. Each member country is represented by a delegate with plenipotentiary authority to the Session. This year, the 53rd Annual Session and Meetings of IPC and International Spice Exhibition (53rd IPC ASM ISE) will be hosted by the Government of India and organized jointly by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry India, the Spices Board India and the International Pepper Community (IPC) in Le Meridien Kochi, India from 27th - 30th October 2025.
The theme of "Revitalizing Pepper Trade: Innovation, Equity, and Regional Resilience". As globalization enters a fragmented phase, global value chains, including those of spices, are being restructured. For IPC member countries, this calls for a strategic realignment of trade models toward more regional, innovation-led, and equity-centered approaches. The goal is not merely survival in the new trade order, but co-leadership in shaping its future.
This theme emphasizes innovation that is inclusive and scalable, equitable trade mechanisms, and regional cooperation as tools for revitalizing and future-proofing pepper trade. It seeks to elevate member states with varying levels of infrastructure and capacity, so no country is left behind.
Where
Le Meridien Kochi, India
When
Monday to Thursday, 27th - 30th October 2025
Event Speakers
Here are some of our speakers
Shri Piyush Goyal
Minister
Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini
Executive Director
International Pepper Community
Ms. P. Hemalatha IAS
Secretary
Spices Board India
Mr. Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono (TBC)
Director General of International Trade Negotiations
Ministry of Trade, Indonesia
Mr. Chee Fong Cheah
Undersecretary of Cocoa and Pepper Industries Development Division
Ministry of Plantation and Commodities
Mr. B.N. Jha
Director Marketing
Spices Board India
Mr. Vincent Sawat
Director General
Malaysian Pepper Board
Mr. Giridhar Rao
Vice President Operations
Terova Inc (A subsidiary of Griffith Foods Inc)
Ms. Damayanthi Samarasinghe
Director General
Dept. of Export Agriculture ,Sri Lanka
Mr. Vu Duc Dam Quang
Director General of the International Cooperation Department
Ministry of Agriculture and Environment
Ms. Laura Shumow
Executive Director
American Spices Trade Association
Dr. Viju Jacob
Executive Chairman
Synthite Industries (P) Ltd
Mr. Jasvinder Singh Sethi
Director
Namagro
Mrs. Hoang Thi Lien
Chairwoman
Viet Nam Pepper and Spice Association
Dr Murukesan Krishnapillai
Research Scientist
College of Micronesia - FSM
Mr. Prasobh S Prasad
Head R&D
Mane Kancor Ingredients Pvt Ltd
Dr. Santhosh J Eapen
Researcher | Mentor | Science writer
Formerly with ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research
Ms. Suon Chula
Executive Director
Cambodia Pepper and Spice Federation
Dr. Sunil Tamgale
Scientific Agro Technologies
International Pepper League, India
Mr. Juliano Camara
Managing Director
COREIMEX Representacoes Ltda
Sponsors
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Event Schedule
Here is our event schedule
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53rd Executive Meeting of Heads of Delegations - (by invitation)
Venue: Nayanar Hall, Le Méridien Kochi Hotel
The 53rd Executive Meeting of the Heads of Delegations of the International Pepper Community.
This is a closed meeting of the Plenipotentiary representatives of IPC member countries to discuss in details and consider the proposed work programmes and activities recommended by the different committee meetings of IPC and at the same time also consider and approve the proposed budget of IPC for implementing its work programme.
Arrival of Delegates and Registration
Venue: Lobby Le Méridien Kochi Hotel
The 53rd Dinner of Heads of Delegations of the IPC hosted by Spices Board (Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India) - by invitation
Venue: Nayanar Hall 3
Registration of Delegates (Continued)
Venue: Lobby Oman Hall Le Méridien Kochi
Opening Ceremony
Venue: Oman Hall
Opening Ceremony of the 53rd Annual Sessions and Meetings of the International Pepper Community
- Arrival of participants
- Arrival of HODs
- Arrival of VVIP
- Lighting Traditional Oil Lamp
- Jana Gana Mana - National Anthem of India
- Cultural Performance
- Welcome Address by Mrs. Marina Novira Anggraini, Executive Director of IPC
- Keynote Address by Indian VIPs
- Launching of the 53rd IPC ASM ISE and Announcement of the IPC Best Award Winner of 2024
- Photo Session with Awardees
- Photo Session VVIPs with IPC HODs
- Opening of the International Spices Exhibition by Indian VIPs
- Press Conference
International Spice Exhibition Day 1
Venue: Sini 1 and Sini 2
The 14th Business Sessions
Venue: Oman Hall
To discusses business related issues, with paper presentation by speakers from both producing and consuming countries.
Theme Focus: Regional Integration and Inclusive Export Innovation
Key Objective: Address how IPC members can compete fairly and cooperatively in the shifting trade landscape.
The Journey of Traceable Pepper - Building Trust
Mr. Giridhar Rao (Vice President Operations)Terova Inc (A subsidiary of Griffith Foods Inc)
Building Inclusive Regional Value Chains for Pepper Products
Dr. Viju Jacob (Executive Chairman)Synthite Industries (P) Ltd
USA Tariff - Spices/Black pepper
Ms. Laura Shumow (Executive Director)American Spices Trade Association
Global Trade Volatility and Its Implications on the Pepper Market
Mr. Jasvinder Singh Sethi (Director)Namagro
Adapting Export Strategies Amidst Evolving Global Market Dynamics
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Vote of Thanks and Token of Appreciation
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Lunch
Venue: MFAR 2
The 48th Pepper Tech Meeting
Venue: Oman Hall
This technical forum designs the blueprint for the Community's operational agenda. The purpose of the meeting is to study, identify and evolve solutions for problems faced by the Pepper industry in the areas of production, processing, marketing and product development. The meeting also examines papers highlighting the new technologies and practices followed by the member countries. It finalizes the figures on the world Pepper production, consumption, imports, exports and stock carry over for the last year (actual), estimates for the current year and projection for the coming year.
Theme Focus: Technology as Equalizer in a Fragmented Trade World
Key Objective: Identify scalable technological pathways for countries at different stages of development.
Next-Generation Crop Protection: Strengthening Regional Resilience and Sustainability in the Pepper Sector
Dr. Santhosh J Eapen (Researcher | Mentor | Science writer)Formerly with ICAR-Indian Institute of Spices Research
Cultivating Resilience: Climate Risk Mapping for Black Pepper in Island and Asian Landscapes.
Dr Murukesan Krishnapillai (Research Scientist)College of Micronesia - FSM
Sustainable Pathways to Producing Residue - Free Black Pepper
Dr. Sunil Tamgale (Scientific Agro Technologies)International Pepper League, India
Spicing the Future - Bold Innovation Possibilities of Black Gold
Mr. Prasobh S Prasad (Head R&D)Mane Kancor Ingredients Pvt Ltd
Low-Cost Digital Tools for Soil Health and Crop Management
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Digital Extension Services for Underserved Grower Communities
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Adopting Modular Innovation Systems for Pepper-Producing
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Affordable Tech for Sustainable Water and Fertilizer Management
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Vote of Thanks and Token of Appreciation
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Welcome Dinner hosted by Spices Board (Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India)
Venue: Amphitheater
Dress code: Formal
Free Time (Networking)
Venue: Le Méridien Kochi
International Spice Exhibition Day 2
Venue: Sini 1 and Sini 2
The 31st Pepper Exim Meeting
Venue: Oman Hall
This is a gathering of producers, exporters, importers, traders and grinders of pepper to expedite the exchange of information and a forum for dialogue between the producing and consuming countries. The meeting discusses various facets of Pepper such as supply and demand situation in each producing and importing country, quality improvements & quality control, possible use of technology in improving Pepper quality and information exchange.
India's Country Report
Mr. B.N. Jha (Director Marketing)Spices Board India
Indonesia's Country Report
Mr. Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono (TBC) (Director General of International Trade Negotiations)Ministry of Trade, Indonesia
Malaysia's Country Report
Mr. Chee Fong Cheah (Undersecretary of Cocoa and Pepper Industries Development Division)Ministry of Plantation and Commodities
Malaysia's Country Report
Mr. Vincent Sawat (Director General)Malaysian Pepper Board
Sri Lanka's Country Report
Ms. Damayanthi Samarasinghe (Director General)Dept. of Export Agriculture ,Sri Lanka
Viet Nam's Country Report
Mr. Vu Duc Dam Quang (Director General of the International Cooperation Department)Ministry of Agriculture and Environment
Viet Nam's Country Report
Mrs. Hoang Thi Lien (Chairwoman)Viet Nam Pepper and Spice Association
Brazilian Pepper Outlook
Mr. Juliano Camara (Managing Director)COREIMEX Representacoes Ltda
Cambodian Pepper Outlook
Ms. Suon Chula (Executive Director)Cambodia Pepper and Spice Federation
China Pepper Outlook
Mr. Mike Liu (TBC) (President)China Spices Association
Vote of Thanks and Token of Appreciation
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Lunch
Venue: MFAR 2
Panel Discussion on Country Report
Venue: Oman Hall
Panelists : Country Representatives Moderator: Mr. Jasvinder Singh Sethi, Namagro
Moderator
Mr. Jasvinder Singh Sethi (Director)Namagro
Spices Board India
Ministry of Trade, Indonesia
Ministry of Plantation and Commodities
Malaysian Pepper Board
Dept. of Export Agriculture ,Sri Lanka
Ministry of Agriculture and Environment
Viet Nam Pepper and Spice Association
COREIMEX Representacoes Ltda
Cambodia Pepper and Spice Federation
China Spices Association
Vote of Thanks and Token of Appreciation
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
The 53rd Plenary Meeting
Venue: Oman Hall
Opening Remarks by the Executive Director of the IPC.
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Country Statements: India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Viet Nam
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Report of the IPC Committee Meetings
By Chairman of IPC Committee Meetings
14th Meeting of the IPC Committee Meeting on R & D
11th Meeting of the IPC Committee on Marketing
31th Meeting of the IPC Committee on quality
Report of the Business Sessions, Pepper-Tech and Pepper Exim Meeting by the Executive Director of IPC
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini
(Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Global Consolidated Crop Report Release
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Closing Remarks by IPC Chairman
Ms. P. Hemalatha IAS (Secretary)Spices Board India
Handing Over IPC Chairmanship from India to Indonesia
Ms. P. Hemalatha IAS (Secretary)Spices Board India
Keynote Remarks of Indonesia as the next hosting country
Mr. Djatmiko Bris Witjaksono (TBC) (Director General of International Trade Negotiations)Ministry of Trade, Indonesia
Vote of Thanks and Token of Appreciation
Ms. Marina Novira Anggraini (Executive Director)International Pepper Community
Free Time (Networking)
Venue: Le Méridien Kochi
Gala Dinner hosted by the International Pepper Community (IPC)
Venue: Oman Hall
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Field Trip
Tentative Program
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| 9:30 AM | Arrival at --- |
| 10:30 AM | Leave the place |
| 10:45 AM | Reach the --- |
| 11:15 AM | Leave the place |
| 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Reach the --- |
| 1:00 PM | Lunch at nearby hotel |
| 2:00 PM | Start return journey |
| 3:30 AM | Le Meridian, Kochi |
Registration
Delegates from IPC member countries are India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam as a full member countries, and Papua New Guinea and the Philippines is associate member countries. Delegates from non member countries (other than the above IPC countries), Every delegate will gets: Regular Seating, Coffee Break, Custom Badge, Community Access, Conference Access, Lunch, Dinner, Merchandise.
Terms and Conditions
- Delegate registration is open to all.
- Registration fee may be paid through Online Payment gateway, PayPal or Bank Transfer to our Bank for 'Bank Mandiri' account.
- Registration will be confirmed on realization of payment made and you will get a receipt for the same.
- The registration fee should be received in full at IPC. If the amount is received short, registration will not be confirmed.
- Please note that the registration does not include accommodation and local transport.
- Access to the conference and lunch/dinner will be controlled through scanning of Delegate Badges.
- Delegate Badge provided is non-transferable.
- Non-refundable in all cases (including cancellation or no-show) except natural disasters and epidemics declared by local authorities.
| 1 Oct- 26 Oct 2025 (Normal Price) | 27 Oct 2025 (On Site) | |
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| Member Country | USD 400 | USD 500 |
| Non-Member Country | USD 500 | USD 600 |
| Spouse | USD 150 | USD 150 |
Hotel Venue
Le Méridien Kochi Hotel, India
Le Méridien Kochi Hotel
Style, comfort and sophistication blend effortlessly at Le Méridien Kochi. Our hotel in Kochi, Kerala, is situated in Kerala on 18 acres of lush greenery, surrounded on every side by calming backwaters. Feel at home in one of our Maradu, Kochi, hotel rooms or suites featuring deluxe bedding, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge and a coffee maker. Access 60,000 square feet of exquisite banquet space accommodating up to 5,000 guests. Our serene, on-site Ayurveda spa, two distinctive hotel restaurants, chic bar, 24-hour fitness centre and pool ensure we are the preferred hotel for business or leisure travel in Kochi, India. For Marriott Bonvoy Members and those wishing to explore Kerala, our magnetic location near the city centre offers easy access to popular attractions such as Fort Kochi, Cherai Beach and Kumarakom. Allow Le Méridien Kochi to set a new standard in luxury.
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Hotels
Here are some nearby hotels
Crowne Plaza
550 meters from the Venue, 3 minutes by car.
Welcome to Crowne Plaza Kochi, an award-winning hotel by IHG, where business success meets unmatched comfort. As the preferred choice for both business and leisure events, we offer 269 spacious rooms and suites, versatile meeting spaces, and a range of dining options that ensure a connected, seamless experience.
Conveniently located on the National Highway, we offer easy access to the central business district, CSEZ, Infopark, popular tourist attractions, and shopping hubs like Forum Mall and Lulu Mall. Additionally, the nearby Lakeshore Hospital is just a short distance away.
Address:
Xi/641A Kundanoor Junction NH-47 Bypass PO,
Maradu, Kochi, Kerala 682304, India
Tel : +91 484 711 5000
Email : reservations@crowneplaza-kochi.com
web site: https://www.crowneplaza.com/
Sugar Business Hotel
1,1 kilometers from the Venue, 3 minutes by car.
A hearty welcome to one of the best business class hotels in Kochi, the commercial and business capital of Kerala. The Sugar Business Hotel is a
four star luxury hotel in Cochin with unmatched levels of comfort and service. Located at one of the key business locations in Cochin, Sugar Business Hotel
offers all the state of the art amenities including a high-speed free Wi-Fi, excellent room service, safe lockers, and more. The new hotel near Crowne Plaza Cochin is in close proximity to one of the
most wanted business areas, railway station, fort kochi, lakeshore hospital, business convention centers and another most sought venue for business events, Le Meridien.
Address:
NH Bypass, Near INTUC Junction,
Nettoor, Maradu, Cochin – 682040
Tel: +91 484 2973220, 221
Email: reservations@hotelsugar.in
Website: https://www.hotelsugar.in/
Tribute Royale Hotel
3,1 kilometers from the Venue, 6 minutes by car.
Hotel Tribute Royale is the best 4 star hotel in Vyttila, Kochi with an impeccable hallmark for hospitality. Cochin, the queen of Arabian Sea, is a metropolitan city with deep culture and excitements. Our luxury hotel is located within Cochin city and provides a perfect destination for all those who search for luxury and tranquillity.
World class luxury and undisputed hospitability is what we offer to our customers. The waves of tranquillity locked inside the walls of Hotel Tribute Royale makes us stand out as one of best hotels in Vyttila, Kochi.
Address:
6/65A, NH 66, Kannadikadu, Near Vyttila,
Ernakulam, Kerala Pin-682304
Tel: +91 79944 56861
Email: sales@tributeroyale.com
Website: https://tributeroyale.com/
Transportation
Transportation from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hilton Colombo
Transportation from Cochin International Airport to Le Méridien Kochi
The distance between Le Meridien Kochi, Cochin and Kochi Airport (COK) is 33 km. The road distance is 32.9 km.
The best way to get from Le Meridien Kochi, Cochin to Kochi Airport (COK) by taxi which takes 30-45 min and costs USD 15-20.
Taxi Operators from Le Meridien Kochi, Cochin to Kochi Airport (COK) are:
Phone+91 99 47 27 66 20
Website keralatouristtaxi.com
Phone
+91 96 56 07 50 00
Website cochincoastalcabs.com
Phone
+91 98 95 11 88 77
Website bcabs.com
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