Asia-Pacific Federation of Wrestling
The Asia-Pacific Federation of Wrestling is an association of several professional wrestling promotions in the Asia–Pacific, acting as a governing body and industry group with the goal of promoting professional wrestling across Asia.
History
The association establishment was announced during a New Japan Pro-Wrestling and Stardom joint business strategy presentation held in Tokyo at the Hikosen Theater. The name of the organization was initially translated in English as "Asian Pacific Pro-Wrestling Alliance". The purpose of the association, as stated by Bushiroad owner Takaaki Kidani, was to "further promote professional wrestling in the Asia–Pacific region through cooperative relationships with each organization".On January 5, 2024, representatives from all member promotions attended a press conference. During the event, the translated name was changed to Asia-Pacific Federation of Wrestling, a logo was revealed, and it was announced that NJPW would hold an event in Taipei in April, with the event being the first sanctioned by the APFW. NJPW's Wrestling World 2024 in Taiwan, the first event sanctioned by the APFW, was held on April 14. On December 14, 2024, the Antonio Inoki Memorial Show was organized in Shanghai, China by various APFW promotions.
Members
- Dragon Fighting Wrestling
- Grapplemax Pro Wrestling Studios
- New Japan Pro-Wrestling
- Puzzle
- Setup Thailand Pro Wrestling
- World Wonder Ring Stardom