Welcome Message from the Minister of
Health,
Republic of Indonesia
Issue 9 -
February 2024
It
is with immense honor and pleasure that I extend a warm
welcome to all the esteemed delegates of the 39th
Congress of the Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
(APAO). Indonesia takes great pride in hosting this
distinguished event on the captivating island of Bali.
I appreciate the
Indonesian Ophthalmologists Association (PERDAMI) for
supporting the Indonesian Ministry of Health's
initiative on "Transformation of Health Human Resources"
by organizing scientific meetings aimed at enhancing the
quality of our human resources.
The APAO Congress
stands as an annual beacon, uniting ophthalmologists
from across the Asia-Pacific region. Within the confines
of this congress, researchers and specialists in the
realm of ophthalmology convene to exchange ideas, share
experiences, and offer profound insights. Since this
event serves as a vital platform for disseminating the
latest developments in ophthalmology, enriching our
understanding of the science and art inherent in the
prevention and treatment of eye problems is mandatory.
Contributions made
during this congress are invaluable, propelling
advancements in eye care and exerting a profound impact
on the global management of health issues, particularly
within the Asia-Pacific region.
I extend my best
wishes to all the delegates. May the exchange of
knowledge and experiences contribute to the improvement
of eye care services on a global scale. I hope each
delegate has a truly enjoyable and enriching time in
Indonesia.
Best regards,
Budi G. SADIKIN
Minister of Health
Republic of Indonesia
Name Badges
One week prior to the
Congress, each registered delegate will receive an
enrollment letter by email. This letter will contain
a QR code which will enable you to obtain your name
badge at the Registration Counter when you arrive at the
Congress venue - the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center
(BNDCC). The name badge serves as the official access
pass for:
all Scientific
Sessions;
the Exhibition Hall;
and
the Opening Ceremony
of APAO 2024
If you are unable to
get your name badge printed before your session starts,
you may use the enrollment letter as a temporary pass to
enter the session rooms.
Registration Counter
Location: Nusa Dua
Hall Lobby, Ground Floor, BNDCC1
Opening hours:
Date
Time
February 21
10:00 – 17:00 (Exhibitors & Groups only)
14:00 – 19:00 (Delegates)
February 22 – 24
07:30 – 18:00 (Open to all)
February 25
07:30 – 12:00 (Open to all)
On-site Payments
On-site payments can
be made in cash or by credit card at the Registration
Counter during its opening hours. Cash and credit card
payments are accepted in the local currency (Indonesian
Rupiah) only. Cheques are not accepted.
Delegates may
download the Final Program Book for the APAO
2024 Congress from the
Congress Website.
In
particular, we encourage you to read the
Congress Information chapter, which contains
essential details, including a site map of the
venue, transportation options, general policies
of the Congress, a venue directory and floor
plan, and social program schedules.
In addition to the Final Program Book in PDF format, we
have also launched the APAO Congress App, a
user-friendly, interactive tool to enhance your Congress
experience. The app features all the scientific
sessions, instruction courses, posters, e-posters, video
abstracts, general information, a floor plan, and a city
map. It also allows you to interact with session
speakers or panelists in real-time by posting questions
in the ‘Q&A’ session of each symposium. The app can be
downloaded by scanning one of these QR codes:
You are recommended to update the app regularly. If you
need assistance downloading it or navigating its
functions during the Congress, please visit the
Registration Counter.
Participation in the “Run
to Bali” category of the Fundraising Run is closing
soon. All records should be submitted by February 20,
2024, 12:00 GMT+8.
Meanwhile, the “5km
Run/Walk Challenge” category will take place on February
24, 2024. Participants will run from the BNDCC Main
Entrance to Peninsula Water Blow, and then run back to
the BNDCC Main Entrance.
We can’t wait to see you
at this thrilling event!
The Bali Provincial
Government has announced the implementation of a new
tourist tax starting from February 14, 2024.
International visitors will be subject to a levy of IDR
150,000 or USD 10.
Travelers are
encouraged to settle this payment via the
Love Bali website or
the Love Bali App (available on Play Store and App
Store) prior to their arrival. Upon payment, a tourism
levy voucher will be sent via email, and visitors should
store it on their smartphones for scanning at
checkpoints in the Bali Airport or any seaport.
Certain visa
categories are exempt from this fee, including
diplomatic and official, conveyance crew, KITAS and
KITAP, family unification, golden and student visas, as
well as specific non-tourist visas.
Please ensure that you complete
the necessary visa application
process before your trip to
Bali.
Passport holders of
nationalities from most
countries can get a simple Visa
on Arrival (VOA) to enter Bali (VOA
Applicable Countries List).
The VOA for Bali (Indonesia) can
be purchased at the VOA counter
in the airport’s arrival hall.
To avoid a long wait on-site, we
recommend that you apply for an
eVOA
in advance through the
official
website.
It
is with immense honor and pleasure that I extend a warm
welcome to all the esteemed delegates of the 39th
Congress of the Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
(APAO). Indonesia takes great pride in hosting this
distinguished event on the captivating island of Bali. 
