Bandung Hosts ACPID 2026: Strengthen Asian Collaboration to Face the Threat of Childhood Infectious Diseases
BANDUNG - Indonesia has once again made history in the international health world by hosting the 12th Asian Congress of Pediatric Infectious Diseases (ACPID) 2026.
This prestigious event is held in conjunction with the Annual Scientific Meeting on Pediatric Infectious Diseases (ASMPID) on 14-16 August 2026 at the Trans Hotel & Convention Center, Bandung.
Carrying the theme "Fostering Asian Collaboration in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Control to Strengthen Resilience Against Future Global Threats", this biennial congress was attended by more than 1,000 participants - consisting of pediatric specialists, infectious disease consultants, researchers, academics, and policymakers - as well as more than 100 national and international speakers.
IDAI and Asian Health Community Commitment
The Chairman of the Indonesian Pediatric Association (IDAI), Dr. dr. Piprim Basarah Yanuarso, Sp.A, Subsp Kardio(K), emphasized that this congress is a tangible proof of Indonesia's active role in promoting child health resilience in the Asian region.
"This congress is not just a scientific meeting, but a collective movement to build collective resilience. Asia has a unique challenge in dealing with childhood infectious diseases. IDAI is fully committed to facilitating knowledge exchange to create more effective and adaptive strategies," said Dr. Piprim.
The same thing was conveyed by the Chairperson of the ACPID 2026 Committee and the Head of IDAI West Java Branch, Prof. Dr. Anggraini Alam, Sp.A, Subsp. IPT(K). He explained that this forum responds to urgent health issues.
"This congress highlights issues such as vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD), neglected tropical diseases (NTD), emerging and re-emerging diseases, and the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). We hope that participants can take home insights and practical skills," explained Prof. Anggraini.
Support also came from the President of the Asian Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases (ASPID), Dr. Mike Yat-Wah Kwan, who assessed ACPID 2026 as a strategic platform to produce concrete recommendations for child health policies in Asia.
Cross-Sectoral Synergy and One Health Approach
The success of this event is supported by close synergy between IDAI and the Indonesian Government, both at the central and regional levels. At the regional level, IDAI West Java actively collaborates with the West Java Provincial Health Office, especially in increasing the coverage of complete basic immunization.
The Head of the IDAI Tropical Disease and Infection Coordination Working Unit (UKK), Prof. DR. dr. Edi Hartoyo, Sp.A, Subsp IPT(K), added the importance of integrating cutting-edge approaches in facing global threats.
"By integrating the One Health approach and nutritional management in the treatment of infectious diseases, we can create a more resilient and holistic health system," said Prof. Edi.
Series of Scientific Programs and Nusantara Cultural Touch
For three days, ACPID 2026 presents a variety of high-quality scientific agendas:
First Day (Interactive Workshop): Discussing the management of severe Dengue Fever (DBD), HIV in children, strategies for infection in immunocompromised/cancer patients, and Congenital Syphilis. Second & Third Days: Plenary lectures, parallel symposiums, and scientific poster sessions discussing tuberculosis (TB), sepsis, new viral infections, to vaccine development. Exhibition & Networking: Exhibition of innovations from educational institutions, health organizations, as well as the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Local Touch: The peak event of Cultural Night featuring art and culinary specialties of Nusantara to strengthen the network between delegations."Bandung is the perfect city. With a lively academic atmosphere and cultural richness, we want to ensure that participants' experiences are not only professional but also memorable," added Prof. Anggraini Alam.
The Roadmap for the Future of Children's Health in Asia
The implementation of ACPID 2026 in Bandung is expected to be able to produce policy recommendations that are applicable, ranging from strengthening the disease surveillance system, accelerating immunization, to the formation of a collaborative research network across countries.
"We hope that the results of this congress can become a roadmap for controlling childhood infectious diseases in Asia, as well as encouraging the creation of a healthier and more resilient generation of children in the future," concluded Prof. Anggraini Alam.