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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.

Scientific Program Committee Leadership

Posted on Aug 22, 2025

Visit the Scientific Program Committee web page to preview its leadership. The full member list is coming soon.

Living Well with Glaucoma – Elevating Your Treatment

Posted on Aug 21, 2025

Being diagnosed with glaucoma can be overwhelming. However, support from family and small lifestyle changes can help you live a fulfilling life. Our subspecialty member, the Asia-Pacific Glaucoma Society, has prepared a set of practical tips for patients.

The 15th Asia-Pacific Eye Care Week

Posted on Aug 8, 2025

The 15th Asia-Pacific Eye Care Week will be held from October 6 to 12, 2025.

Tips on Writing an Award-Winning Abstract

Posted on Aug 1, 2025

APAO 2026 is calling for abstracts until September 1, 2025. Pondering how to start your work? Dr. Ceren Ece SEMIZ has got some tips for you.

Issue 3 of the APAO 2026 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Jul 30, 2025

Dive into the July issue of our newsletter for exciting updates on the APAO 2026 Congress!

Exhibitor Manual

Posted on Jul 29, 2025

The Exhibitor Manual for APAO 2026 is now available for download.

Meet the Local Organizing Committee

Posted on Jul 8, 2025

A dedicated team from Hong Kong is getting ready to create an unforgettable congress experience for delegates from all over the world. Check out their faces on the Organizing Committee website and say hello when you see them at APAO 2026!

APAO YouTube Channel Launched

Posted on Jul 4, 2025

We are excited to launch the  official APAO YouTube channel, your new destination for  Award Lectures,  Congress highlights, curated content from APAO activities, and much more.

Invitation for English and Chinese Abstracts

Posted on Jul 2, 2025

APAO 2026 is inviting abstract submission in both English and Chinese. Deadline: September 1, 2025.

APJO May/June Issue 2025

Posted on Jun 27, 2025

In the present issue of the APJO, Xu and colleagues and Lia and associates have used the publicly assessable Global Burden of Disease and Injury Study 2021 database and extracted data of the trends and projections of the burden of visual impairment in Asia and of the global burden of blindness and vision loss among children and adolescents.

Issue 2 of the APAO 2026 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Jun 25, 2025