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We are excited to announce the release of new videos on the APLAR Congress website. These videos provide updates on the upcoming congress and initiatives from the APLAR cohort. The videos feature messages from various members of the APLAR community, including Prof Tsutomu Takeuchi, Immediate Past President of APLAR and Prof Lai-Shan Tam, President-Elect of APLAR, including many others. Each video offers unique insights and updates about the congress, making them a must-watch for anyone interested in the event. The

The early bird registration deadline for APLAR 2026 has been extended until 23 June 2026 at 11:59PM — don’t miss your chance to be part of the region’s premier rheumatology event. Join us for five days of world-class speakers, interactive sessions, and unmissable networking opportunities.

APLAR Travel Grant Invitation The Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology (APLAR) cordially invites APLAR Young Rheumatologists (AYR) to apply for the APLAR Congress Travel Grant to attend the APLAR Congress in Seoul, Republic of Korea, from 28 October – 1 November 2026. APLAR will award 50 need-based travel stipends to AYR members who have an accepted abstract for a poster, oral, or rapid-fire presentation at the APLAR Congress 2026. The grant assists AYR in covering part of the

Due to strong interest, the abstract submission deadline for APLAR 2026 has been extended to 22 May 2026, providing additional time for authors to prepare and submit their work. This extension represents the final opportunity to be considered for inclusion in the APLAR 2026 scientific program. Please note that APLAR will not offer late abstract submissions this year. We encourage all prospective authors to take advantage of the extended deadline and submit their abstracts before submissions close. Presenting at APLAR

Delegates planning to attend APLAR 2026 in Seoul, Republic of Korea, are encouraged to book their accommodation early to secure the best availability and rates. A range of official congress hotels has been carefully selected and is conveniently located close to the congress venue, offering competitive rates and flexible booking conditions. With strong early interest in APLAR 2026 and continued global demand for international travel, accommodation in Seoul is expected to fill quickly. Booking early provides peace of mind and greater choice, and

BACK IN 2026! In 2026, APLAR is continuing the rolling review of all abstract submissions. This means that you will be able to receive your submission result ahead of the submission deadline. We anticipate being able to advise your preliminary submission result within a couple weeks after completing your submission. What does this mean for you?

Delegates planning to attend APLAR 2026 in Seoul, Republic of Korea are encouraged to review visa and travel requirements early to support smooth travel planning. While visa requirements vary depending on nationality and travel purpose, the following information is provided as a general guide only. Delegates are strongly advised to confirm their individual requirements with their local embassy or consulate, as Congress organisers are not visa specialists. Check Your Visa Requirements Early Visa requirements for entry into the Republic of

And will close in April 2026. We invite you to submit an abstract to The 28th Asia-Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology Congress, set to take place in Seoul. Now is your opportunity to submit your work, be recognised within the rheumatology community and be part of the official program! Presentation types can include oral or poster presentations. Should you have any questions and enquiries about abstracts, speakers, or program information please reach out to the Program Manager.