About APIC 2026

The 16th Asia-Pacific Innovation Conference (APIC 2026) brings together scholars, policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to examine how innovation can advance inclusive, sustainable, and resilient growth across the Asia-Pacific region.

Amid rapid technological change, digital transformation, climate pressures, and evolving global value chains, innovation must extend beyond productivity gains to address resilience, equity, and long-term sustainable development. APIC 2026 provides an interdisciplinary platform for rigorous dialogue on innovation systems, governance, technology management, entrepreneurship, and sustainability transitions.

Conference Objectives

• Promote inclusive innovation benefiting SMEs, youth, women, and underserved communities
• Advance sustainable and green innovation for climate resilience
• Encourage ethical and responsible use of Artificial Intelligence
• Strengthen regional collaboration and innovation-driven ecosystems
• Enhance measurement and benchmarking of innovation performance