IMEX Group announced it is suspending state-owned Russian enterprises from participating at IMEX Frankfurt 2022.
In a Tweet Tuesday, March 1, IMEX Group CEO Carina Bauer and Chairman Ray Bloom released the following statement:
“Sadly, today we have taken the decision to suspend Russian state enterprises from participating at IMEX in Frankfurt 2022, as a direct result of the current political situation. We do this with a heavy heart, understanding that the world is in an unprecedented situation. Our hearts go out to everyone who is affected and especially the people of Ukraine. All of us wish for a speedy and peaceful resolution to this conflict.”
IMEX Frankfurt, the 20th anniversary of the show, is scheduled for May 31-June 2 at Frankfurt, Germany’ Messe Frankfurt convention center.
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