IFPI, the group that represents the recording business worldwide, has named Mira Chatt as its new Regional Director, Asia.
On this newly expanded position, Chatt will oversee IFPI’s work throughout the broader Asia-Pacific area, coordinating its nationwide group community and supporting member file firms as they proceed to spend money on and drive business progress.
She will even work carefully with IFPI’s Better China workplace, which stays beneath the management of Regional Director Guo Biao.
Chatt joins IFPI from YouTube, the place she served as Head of Authorities Affairs and Public Coverage for India.
Previous to that, she was a profession diplomat within the Canadian Overseas Service, holding senior roles throughout South and Southeast Asia and internationally.
Based mostly in Delhi, she is going to relocate to IFPI’s Asia regional workplace in Singapore in 2026.
Commenting on her appointment, Chatt stated: “The recorded music business is at a pivotal second, with Asia on the forefront of digital consumption and innovation. I’ve lengthy had a powerful conviction in and dedication to the area, and I’m extremely excited to work hand in hand with our members and native governments to construct a sustainable and vibrant future for Asia’s artistic financial system.”
“The recorded music business is at a pivotal second, with Asia on the forefront of digital consumption and innovation.”
Mira Chatt
“My focus can be on main our advocacy efforts to make sure that artists and file labels can proceed to thrive on this quickly evolving market, notably as we navigate the alternatives and challenges to the music business offered by rising applied sciences like AI.”
Chatt brings greater than 20 years of expertise in authorities relations, public coverage and diplomacy, together with regional experience and constructing strategic partnerships.
“Asia is a area of monumental significance and alternative for the worldwide recording business.”
Victoria Oakley, IFPI
IFPI CEO Victoria Oakleyadded: “We’re delighted to welcome Mira to IFPI. Asia is a area of monumental significance and alternative for the worldwide recording business, and Mira’s appointment displays our dedication to persevering with to spend money on and assist our work throughout these markets.
“Her deep understanding of the area, coupled together with her ardour for the artistic financial system and expertise in each private and non-private sectors, make her uniquely positioned to steer our efforts and advocacy throughout Asia.”
