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Hotel Information

Posted on Sep 30, 2025

Here is a list of recommended hotels near the APAO 2026 Congress venue.

Best of the Best Poster Discussion Competition

Posted on Sep 23, 2025

For the first time, the Best of the Best Poster Discussion Competition will be held during the APAO Congress.

AOI to be Co-Sponsor of APAO 2026

Posted on Sep 19, 2025

As the Co-sponsor of the APAO 2026 Congress, Academia Ophthalmologica Internationalis (AOI) will present three symposiums in our enriching scientific program.

Issue 5 of the APAO 2026 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Sep 17, 2025

Get latest updates on abstract submission deadlines, our new poster competition, a special activity for YOs, and much more.

APAO Leadership Development Program is Accepting Nominations

Posted on Sep 16, 2025

Register your interest by October 8, 2025, through your APAO member society.

Joint Special Issue of AJO & APJO

Posted on Sep 15, 2025

We are delighted to present the first-ever joint special issue of the American Journal of Ophthalmology (AJO) and the Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology (APJO) focused on “Cataract and Refractive Surgery”.

Scientific Program Committee Full Lineup

Posted on Sep 12, 2025

We are pleased to introduce all members of the APAO 2026 Scientific Program Committee.

Cathay Pacific Special Airfares for APAO 2026 Participants

Posted on Sep 9, 2025

Upon completion of your registration for APAO 2026, you will receive an event code and a flight booking link.

Cultural Party @Ocean Park Hong Kong

Posted on Sep 5, 2025

We are excited to invite all APAO 2026 delegates, family members, and friends to an unforgettable Cultural Party at Ocean Park Hong Kong, to be held on February 7, 2026!

YO Newsletter 2025 Edition

Posted on Sep 2, 2025

This year’s much awaited newsletter contains results of the survey on The Impact of Young Ophthalmology Programs in Asia, a re-cap of the YO events at the APAO Congress in New Delhi, and much more.

Abstract Submission Deadline Extended

Posted on Aug 29, 2025

The deadline for submitting English abstracts to the APAO 2026 Congress has been extended to September 29, 2025.

Issue 4 of the APAO 2026 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Aug 27, 2025

Read Issue 4 of our newsletter to find out about our Scientific Program Committee leadership, abstract submission tips, travel grant opportunities, and much more!

For Exhibitors: Priority Point Deadline on Sep 15

Posted on Aug 26, 2025

Book your booth at APAO 2026 by September 15, 2025 to earn 5 five points under the Priority Points Program.

Visa Information

Posted on Aug 25, 2025

Hong Kong offers visa-free entry to nationals of about 170 countries and territories.