The Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium (APPS) is the IPSF APRO’s largest annual event. Through APPS, pharmacy students across the Asia Pacific gather to join symposia, workshops, pharmaceutical competitions, and public health campaigns. There are social events, including Welcoming Night, International Night, and Gala Night, too.

This year, the 25th Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium (APPS 2026) was held in Surabaya, Indonesia, with 5 delegates representing MyPSA, Malaysia. The symposium carried the theme “Pharmacists: Heroes of the Future,” which highlights the evolving role of pharmacists in shaping the future of global healthcare. .

Highlights of the symposium included engaging symposia, workshops, pharmaceutical competitions, public health campaigns, and cultural activities such as Indonesian Night, International Night, and Gala Night.

Another highlight of APPS 2026 includes the “Who’s the Hero” Public Health Campaign, where participants engaged with the local community while exploring the city of Surabaya, and gaining valuable real-world insights through hospital and pharmaceutical industry site visits. From connecting with fellow pharmacy students across the region to experiencing different cultures and expanding their understanding of the pharmacy profession, APPS 2026 created meaningful memories and opportunities for participants to grow as future pharmacists.