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4 September 2026

What It Means When a Global Association Builds a Separate Advisory Board for Asia Pacific

PCMA’s new Asia Pacific Advisory Board offers a useful look at how global associations can give regional members a structured voice in shaping strategy. The model also highlights an important distinction between regional consultation and genuine influence—and what associations need to put in place to make that voice count. SINGAPORE — Most global associations with regional memberships face the same structural tension: how do you ensure that members in a specific region shape the organisation’s direction rather than simply receive a version of what was designed elsewhere. The answer usually falls into one of two camps: restructure global governance to […]

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6 August 2026

AOCR SGCR-WIRES 2026: A Blueprint for How Association Conferences Can Shape the Future of a Profession 

For decades, the success of association conferences was measured by attendance, speaker line-ups and the volume of research presented. While these remain important, they are no longer sufficient. Today’s associations face a more fundamental question: How can a conference create lasting impact long after delegates return home? As industries grapple with rapid technological change, workforce shortages, economic uncertainty and rising expectations, conferences are evolving from annual knowledge-sharing events into strategic platforms that help shape the future of a profession. The upcoming 24th Asian Oceanian Congress of Radiology (AOCR), held jointly with the Singapore Congress of Radiology-WIRES (SGCR-WIRES) 2026, offers an […]

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29 July 2026

APSAE Summit 2026: Building a New Playbook for Association Leadership in Asia-Pacific

The inaugural Asia Pacific Society of Association Executives (APSAE) Summit 2026, held on 24–25 July at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, arrived at an important moment for the region’s association sector. Bringing together more than 100 senior association leaders from 64 organisations across 16 countries, the summit was more than a professional development event. It marked the beginning of what APSAE hopes will become Asia-Pacific’s first dedicated professional community for association executives. More than 83% of delegates held C-suite, President, Secretary General, Founder or Director-level positions, representing organisations that collectively serve over 500,000 professionals and institutions across more than 100 countries. […]

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5 January 2026
Singapore

Singapore Water Association (SWA) — Southeast Asia Symposium on Coastal Protection 2025 

Strengthening Climate Resilience Through Regional Collaboration  At the SIWW Spotlight 2025, the Singapore Water Association hosted the Southeast Asia Symposium on Coastal Protection, bringing together engineers, climate scientists, urban planners, and policymakers to address the urgent threat of rising sea levels in the region. The symposium highlighted the necessity of aligning water management, climate adaptation, and urban resilience under a unified ESG framework.  Environmental Resilience Through Science-Driven Coastal Protection  Presentations explored nature-based solutions, sediment-based restoration, hydrodynamic modelling, and hybrid coastal infrastructure. The symposium emphasised how data-driven design and ecosystem-based approaches can generate long-term environmental stability for coastlines across Southeast Asia.  […]

5 January 2026
Mumbai, India

India Steel 2025 

Accelerating Global Collaboration for Sustainable Industrial Growth  India Steel 2025, the government-supported international exhibition and conference, gathered policymakers, manufacturers, engineers, researchers, and global buyers to showcase innovations shaping the future of the steel sector. With participation from multiple countries, the event functioned as a strategic platform for advancing sustainable industrial development.  Held under the Government of India’s Ministry of Steel, the expo highlighted how international cooperation and technology exchange can accelerate economic and environmental progress.  Environmental Innovation Across the Steel Value Chain  Exhibitions showcased energy-efficient furnaces, low-carbon materials, waste-heat recovery systems, and circular-economy solutions for waste utilisation. Discussions emphasised aligning […]

5 January 2026

Philippine Hospital Infection Control Society (PHICS) — Annual Convention on Infection Prevention & Control 2025

Strengthening Patient Safety Through Evidence-Based Infection Control, System Resilience, and Ethical Healthcare Practice The Philippine Hospital Infection Control Society (PHICS) convened its Annual Convention on Infection Prevention & Control 2025 to bring together infection control professionals, clinicians, hospital administrators, and public-health specialists. As a key national forum, the convention addressed emerging infection risks, healthcare-associated infections, and best practices in prevention and control across healthcare settings. More than a technical meeting, the event served as a collaborative platform for strengthening healthcare safety systems, advancing professional standards, and promoting a culture of accountability in infection prevention. Environmental Value Through Safe and Sustainable […]

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