Dear Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of the organising committee, it is our great pleasure to introduce the theme for the Asia Pacific Medical Education Conference (APMEC) 2026:

"Harmony in Diversity Through Collaboration in Health Professions Education – Trends ● Issues ● Priorities ● Strategies".

In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, this theme underscores the vital role of embracing diverse socio-cultural backgrounds, disciplinary expertise, and lived experiences in health professions education. By integrating varied perspectives, we enrich learning, strengthen teamwork, and foster professional growth all of which ultimately enhance patient care and contribute to better global health outcomes.

We warmly invite healthcare professionals, educators, scholars, and leaders from academia, healthcare, and both the public and private sectors to join us in shaping the future of health professions education. Together, we will explore critical issues, exchange ideas, and discuss innovative approaches to developing well-rounded and compassionate healthcare professionals.

Our programme will feature inspiring keynote addresses, interactive panel discussions, and presentations showcasing educational scholarship and best practices. More than just a conference, APMEC 2026 is a platform for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and the co-creation of strategies that will help us navigate the evolving challenges of healthcare education.

We encourage you to take full advantage of this opportunity not only to learn and share knowledge but to connect with like-minded colleagues, forge new partnerships, and inspire positive change.

Thank you for your dedication to advancing health professions education. Together, let us build a future where collaboration drives excellence, and diversity is our strength.

We look forward to welcoming you to APMEC 2026!

With best wishes

Dr Dujeepa D Samarasekera Co-Chairperson Organising Committee APMEC 2026 Senior Director, Centre for Medical Education (CenMED) Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine National University of Singapore Singapore

Professor Huang Hefeng Co-Chairperson Organising Committee APMEC 2026 Dean, International School of Medicine Dean, School of Medicine Zhejiang University China