APCS - Asia-Pacific Chemuse Symposium

26/10/2025

Abstract Selection Announcement

The APCS Committee has completed its review, and the final selection results are now out. Notifications have been sent via email to all presenters and authors.

Thank you to everyone who submitted their abstracts. Your contributions have truly enriched the Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium 2025 — shaping a more dynamic, evidence-driven, and collaborative dialogue on chem-use and public health across the region.

26/10/2025

The Royal Signature Kuala Lumpur is the official hotel for the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium. Fresh from a multi-million-ringgit renovation, this 5-star business hotel sits conveniently along Jalan Bukit Bintang — the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s shopping, dining, and entertainment district.

Special Delegate Rate

Enjoy a flat rate of RM300 nett per night for single or double occupancy inclusive breakfast.

How to Book

To enjoy this exclusive rate, please email your booking details directly to [email protected] with booking code AIDS.

For more information about the hotel, visit
https://hotelroyalsignature.com/

29/09/2025

Abstract submission for APCS 2025 are now closed.

We sincerely thank every researcher, practitioner, and community member who took the time to share their work with us. Your contributions reflect the commitment and passion driving harm reduction, HIV and AIDS response, and community health across the region.

Authors of accepted abstracts will be notified by e-mail.

Guided by the theme Chems. Choices. Community., APCS 2025 will bring together diverse voices from across Asia Pacific to build knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and shape meaningful solutions.

This milestone event is possible because of you — and through the collaboration of our partners: Malaysian AIDS Council, Malaysian AIDS Foundation, IHRI - Institute of HIV Research and Innovation, 新滋識 HEArT - 船醫的小房間 and PT Foundation

Together, we thank you for helping make APCS a safe, inclusive, and evidence-based space for dialogue and action.

28/09/2025

FINAL CALL – 1 DAY LEFT

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS 2025) — happening for the first time in Malaysia.

Abstract submission closes tomorrow, 29 September 2025 at 6:00 PM (Kuala Lumpur time).

This is your last opportunity to showcase your research, insights, and community innovations on Chems | Choices | Community.

Submit your abstract now: www.apcsymposium.org

22/09/2025

A Friendly Reminder

The countdown is on — only 7 days left until abstract submission closes on 29 September 2025 for the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS) in Kuala Lumpur this November.

As the region’s premier platform on chem-use, APCS brings together diverse voices to advance dialogue, share knowledge, and strengthen responses in harm reduction, HIV and AIDS, and community health.

Guided by the theme Chems, Choices, Community, APCS has, for nearly a decade, united researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community advocates from across the Asia Pacific.

Don’t miss your chance to contribute to APCS 2025 — where regional and global perspectives converge, and where meaningful connections and bold new strategies take shape.

> Submit your abstract before 29 September 2025!
> And if you haven’t registered yet, be sure to secure your spot today.

Logon to https://www.apcsymposium.org/ for registration / abstract submission.

19/09/2025

Final Call for Abstracts!

The countdown is on — only 10 days left until abstract submission closes on 29 September 2025 for the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS) in Kuala Lumpur this November.

As the region’s premier platform on chem-use, APCS brings together diverse voices to advance dialogue, share knowledge, and strengthen responses in harm reduction, HIV and AIDS, and community health.

Guided by the theme Chems, Choices, Community, APCS has, for nearly a decade, united researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community advocates from across the Asia Pacific.

This year’s milestone event is made possible through the collaboration of regional and local partners: the Malaysian AIDS Council (MAC), Malaysian AIDS Foundation (MAF), Institute of HIV Research and Innovation (IHRI), HEART 新滋識, and PT Foundation. Together, we are building a safe, inclusive, and evidence-based space for critical conversations on chem-use and its impact on our communities.

👉 Submit your abstract before 29 September 2025!
👉 And if you haven’t registered yet, be sure to secure your spot today.

16/09/2025

LATEST ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear APCS Community,

We are pleased to inform you that the abstract submission portal on http://www.apcsymposium.org is now live and fully functioning.

We invite researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community advocates from across the Asia Pacific to submit your abstracts for the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS), which will be held in Kuala Lumpur on 19–20 November 2025, under the theme Chems, Choices, Community

This is an important opportunity to share insights, present research, and contribute to critical conversations that shape harm reduction and community health responses in the region.

Submit your abstracts today at http://www.apcsymposium.org

Do not miss the chance to be part of this milestone event.

— Administrator
Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium

Welcome to the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-use Symposium (APCS) 2025, hosted in multicultural and dynamic Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, by the Malaysian AIDS Council (MAC), Malaysian AIDS Foundation (MAF), PT Foundation, Universiti Malaya (UM), Centre of Excellence for Research in AIDS (CERiA–Universiti Malay...

11/09/2025

Dear APCS Community,

We regret to inform you that the abstract submission portal on our official website www.apcsymposium.org is currently not accessible due to a technical issue.

Our team is working hard to resolve this matter as quickly as possible, and we will provide an update once the portal is back online.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your kind patience and understanding. 🙏

Thank you,
Administrator
Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium

04/09/2025

Throwback to Bangkok, where the APCS flag was officially passed from Thailand to Malaysia!

With that symbolic handover, the Malaysian AIDS Council proudly takes up the baton to become the local host the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS 2025)—for the very first time in Kuala Lumpur on 19–20 November 2025.

Under the theme Chems, Choices, Community, APCS 2025 will bring together researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community advocates from across Asia Pacific to share knowledge, spark bold dialogue, and strengthen community health responses.

Registration is now open—secure your spot before it’s gone.

Abstract submissions close on 29 September 2025, 6:00 PM (Kuala Lumpur time).

Visit www.apcsymposium.org

From Thailand to Malaysia, the torch is ours—and we can’t wait to welcome you to Kuala Lumpur!

03/09/2025

For the First Time in Kuala Lumpur – APCS 2025

Malaysian AIDS Council and Malaysian AIDS Foundation, IHRI - Institute of HIV Research and Innovation, 新滋識 HEArT - 船醫的小房間 and PT Foundation are proud to co-host the 7th Asia Pacific Chem-Use Symposium (APCS) on 19–20 November 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Under the theme Chems, Choices, Community, APCS is the region’s leading platform for advancing dialogue and knowledge on chem-use, harm reduction, and community health responses.

For nearly a decade, the symposium has brought together researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community advocates from across Asia Pacific.

Registration is now open! Spaces are limited, so secure your place today.

Abstract submissions are accepted until 29 September 2025, 6:00 PM (Kuala Lumpur time).

👉 Visit www.apcsymposium.org