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3rd to 8th July 2023 FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT
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Contents
Welcome letter 4
General information 5
Programme at a glance 6
Scientific Sessions 7
Keynote talks 7
Symposia 8
Controversies Sessions 14
Courses 15
Expert forums 16
Free Communication Sessions 16
Regional Dermatology sessions 18
Abstract submission 20
Scholarships 20
Registration 21
About Singapore 22
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Welcome Letter
Dear friends and colleagues,
We are now into the 3rd year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our individual and collective experiences
in confronting the pandemic will go down in history and will be remembered for the ages. It has
been a difficult time for everyone. Thankfully, some countries seem to be getting on top of the
situation, although in others, the epidemic continues to elude control. the situation will likely get
worse before it gets better.
We hope that you have kept your spirits up through these trying times.
The pandemic has undeniably complicated planning for WCD 2023, but the National Organising
Committee, Scientific Programme Committee, and ILDS have been soldiering on. As things stand,
we are cautiously optimistic for an in-person WCD in July 2023.
A lot will depend on how we respond collectively. There must be a coordinated response because
no one is safe until everyone is safe. Equitable vaccine roll-out and high vaccine coverage will be
critical for resumption of international travel for business and leisure. It is likely that a certain degree
of travel, border, and vaccination status control may be imposed.
We have pivoted our promotional strategies from in-person activities to electronic and social media.
We have been working closely with Triumph, our PCO, to come up with new messages and ways of
reaching out. For updates on WCD 2023, check out our website and subscribe to our WCD
eNewsletter.
We consistently post news and information on our social media platforms viz. Facebook, Instagram,
Twitter, and LinkedIn. Do follow us on these sites as we would love to stay in touch with you and to
receive your feedback. We have regular WCD Podcasts and videos on our YouTube channel, both
of which increase the avenues to keep you informed and to generate interest in the WCD. In 2022
we are planning for in-person promotional activities at conferences.
The Scientific Programme Committee has finalised the list of distinguished lecturers, keynote
lecturers, participants in controversies in dermatology and the chairpersons for over 60 topics for
the symposia. We are confident the scientific programme will be excellent and something that you
will look forward to.
We have received tremendous commitment of support from our industry partners. This augurs well
for the success of WCD 2023. We are also very thankful for the wonderful support and
encouragement from many colleagues and friends in the dermatology fraternity, among them are
our WCD Ambassadors who are lending their voices to spread the news of WCD 2023 to all corners
of the world.
We thank you all for your help and enthusiasm, and we hope to see you in Singapore in 2023!
Until then, stay safe and stay well.
Best wishes,
Prof. Roy Chan A/Prof. Yen Loo LIM
President 25th WCD Secretary-General 25th WCD
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General Information
Dates: 3rd to 8th July, 2023
City: Singapore, Singapore
Congress Venue: Suntec
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 039593
Host: DSS Dermatological Society of Singapore
Website: www.wcd2023singapore.org
Language: the official language of the congress is English.
No simultaneous translations are available.
Professional Congress Organiser
TGI Singapore Pte Ltd 19 Cecil St, #04–00 The Quadrant, SINGAPORE 049704
wcd2023singapore@thetriumph.com
www.wcd2023singapore.org
Scientific Programme
ILDS/WCD2023 Scientific Programme Committee
Martin RÖCKEN (Germany) – Chair
Henry LIM (United States) – Vice Chair
Jennifer Austin (Canada) – IADPO representative
Ramesh BHAT (India)
Roy CHAN (Singapore)
Jin Ho CHUNG (South Korea)
Brigitte DRÉNO (France)
Lars FRENCH (Germany)
Hassan GALADARI (United Arab Emirates)
Christopher GRIFFITHS (United Kingdom)
Kenji KABASHIMA (Japan)
Margarita LARRALDE (Argentina)
Yen Loo LIM (Singapore)
Harvey LUI (Canada)
Giovanni PELLACANI (Italy)
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Programme at a Glance
Date Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Time 2nd July 3rd July 4th July 5th July 6th July 7th July 8th July
07:00 – 07:45 DSS Sessions DSS Sessions DSS Sessions DSS Sessions DSS Sessions
DSS Sessions
07:45 – 08:00 Break Break Break Break Break
08:00 – 09:20
Morning Morning Morning Morning Morning
Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions
09:20 – 09:30 Break Break Break Break Break
09:30 – 10:50
Morning Morning Morning Morning Morning
Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions
10:50 – 11:00 Break Break Break Break Break
SISTER SOCIETIES AND ANCILLARY MEETINGS
11:00 – 12:30 Plenary Plenary Plenary Plenary Plenary
12:30 – 12:45 Break Break Break Break Break
12:45 – 14:15
Sponsored Sponsored Sponsored Sponsored CLOSING
Symposia Symposia Symposia Symposia CEREMONY
REGISTRATIONS
14:15 – 14:30 Break Break Break Break
14:30 – 15:50
Afternoon Afternoon Afternoon Afternoon
Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions
15:50 – 16:00 Break Break Break Break
16:00 – 17:20
Afternoon Afternoon Afternoon Afternoon
Sessions Sessions Sessions Sessions
17:20 – 17:30 Break Break Break Break
17:30 – 18:00
Meet Meet Meet Meet
the the the the
Satellite expert Satellite expert Satellite expert Satellite expert
18:00 – 18:30
Symposia Symposia Symposia Symposia
OPENING
18:30 – 18:45
CEREMONY
18:45 – 19:45
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Scientific Sessions
Keynote talks
by 15 leading clinicians and scientists on significant advances, from basic science
to global dermatology.
1. Adverse cutaneous drug reactions
2. Aesthetic Dermatology
3. Atopic dermatitis
4. Cutaneous Lymphomas
5. Dermatology in low resource settings
6. Dermatosurgery of keratinocytic skin cancers
7. Genetics of skin disease (clinical)
8. Global cooperation to elevate medical dermatology and grow care and
treatment capacity
9. Kerotinocyte skin cancer
10. Key advances in our understanding of skin inflammation
11. Melanoma
12. Nail diseases
13. Pruritus and new treatment options
14. Psoriasis
15. Skin of Colour
7Scientific Sessions
Symposia
will present comprehensive views of dermatological topics, including science,
diagnosis and management.
N. Symposium Topics Symposium Session
Acne I: Pathophysiology and clinical manifestations
Acne, rosacea and hidradenitis Acne II: Clinical manifestations II and therapies
1.
suppurativa: new developments
Differential diagnosis and therapies
Rosacea: pathophysiology and manifestations
Drug allergies I
Drug allergies II
2. Allergology
Systemic sensitization
Type I and Type IV allergies
Antibodies and small molecules (e.g. Targeting cytokines with small molecules and antibodies
3.
JAK inhibitors, IFN antagonists)
Targeting key messengers of inflammation
Disease phenotypes
Genotypes and pathogenesis
4. Atopic Dermatitis: new developments
Systemic and new treatments
The barrier and classical therapies
Autoimmune bullous diseases I
Autoimmune and infectious blistering Autoimmune bullous diseases III
5.
diseases Autoimmune bullous diseases III
Autoimmune bullous diseases IV
Complex autoinflammatory diseases
Autoinflammation, SAPHO, PAPA and Hidradenitis suppurativa
6.
neutrophilic dermatoses Neutrophilic dermatoses
Pathophysiology and clinical syndromes
Bacterial infections I Part 1
Bacterial infections I Part 2
7. Bacterial infections
Bacterial infections II Part 1
Bacterial infections II Part 2
Benign Neoplasms I
Benign Neoplasms II
8. Benign neoplasms
Disorders of dermis and subcutaneous fat
Disorders of sweat glands
Dermatologic emergencies: diagnosis Dermatological emergencies I
9.
and treatment Dermatological emergencies II
8Scientific Sessions
N. Symposium Topics Symposium Session
Dermatology in women and during Autoimmune diseases and nail disorders
10.
pregnancy Pregnancy
Basic dermato-oncology
Merkel cell carcinomas
11. Dermato-oncology
Sarcomas
Vascular sarcomas
Advanced diagnostic tools in dermatopathology
Clinical pathological correlations
12. Dermatopathology for the clinician Communication between clinicans and
dermatopathologists
Introduction to dermatopathology
Dermoscopy: overview
Dermoscopy: pigmented lesions I
13. Dermoscopy I
Dermoscopy: pigmented lesions II
Dermoscopy: special indications
Dermoscopy: future developments
Dermoscopy: inflammatory diseases
14. Dermoscopy II
Dermoscopy: Non-pigmented skin lesions
Dermoscopy: special indications
Artificial Intelligence
Digital Dermatology and Artificial Smartphone Apps and Social Media
15.
Intelligence Teledermatology
Wearables
Contact allergens
Contact hypersensitivity
16. Eczemas: the worldwide relevance
Pruigo and eczema therapy
Skin barrier in eczema
Access to care and treatments
Ethics, quality of care, quality of life Challenging decision making I
17.
and costs Challenging decision making II
Ethics in dermatology
Differential diagnosis and diagnostic procedures
Fungal diseases: cutaneous and Inflammatory mycoses
18.
subcutaneous Non-inflammatory superficial mycoses
Treatment options
Deep fungal infections I
19. Fungal diseases: systemic mycoses
Deep fungal infections II
9Scientific Sessions
N. Symposium Topics Symposium Session
Genetics: Adnexal and complex diseases
Genetics: Alopecias, infection and cancer
20. Genetics
Genetics: Epidermal and dermal diseases
Genetics: Inflammatory Diseases
Dermatology in the Eldery I
21. Geriatric Dermatology
Dermatology in the Eldery II
Granulomatous diseases (non- Granulomatous diseases: I
22.
infectious) Granulomatous diseases: II
Alopecia areata and genetic disorders I
Androgenetic and sicatricial alopecia
23. Hair diseases
Basic approaches to hair diseases
Genetic disorders II and special aspects
HIV and AIDS Part I
HIV and AIDS Part II
24. HIV and AIDS: update
HIV and AIDS Part III
HIV and AIDS Part IV
Traditional immunosuppressive agents I
25. Immunosuppressive agents
Traditional immunosuppressive agents II
Basel cell carcinomas
Epidemiology and genetic changes
26. Keratinocyte carcinomas
Squamous cell carcinomas
Therapy of advanced squamous cell carcinomas
Basics And Classical Indications
Lasers: new developments
27. Lasers and laser medicine
Lasers: special aspects
Lasers: special indications
Cutaneous lymphomas: I
Cutaneous lymphomas: II
28. Lymphomas
Cutaneous lymphomas: III
Mycosis fungoides and Sézary syndrome
Chemical peels, PRP and mesotherapy
Complications
29. Medical aesthetics I
Fillers and threads
Rejuvenation and skin tightening with lasers and EBDs
Botulinumtoxin
Practice management including psychology, legal issues,
qualifications, compliances
30. Medical aesthetics II Treating classic medical dermatology indications
excluding scars with lasers
Whats new in topicals and ingredients for rejuvenation
and signs of ageing
10Scientific Sessions
N. Symposium Topics Symposium Session
Early melanomas
Epidemiology and precursors
31. Melanomas
Systemic therapies and stage IV melanoma
Treatment side effects and new developments
Mixed connective tissue diseases: I
Mixed connective tissue diseases: II
32. Mixed connective tissue diseases
Mixed connective tissue diseases: III
Mixed connective tissue diseases: IV
Drug reactions: interference with signalling pathways
Mucocutaneous reactions to drugs and infections: I
Mucosal and cutaneous reactions to
33.
drugs and infections
Mucocutaneous reactions to drugs and infections: II
Stevens Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal
Necrolysis
Mucosal diseases I
34. Mucosal disease
Mucosal diseases II
Atypical mycobacteria and Leprosy I
Leprosy II
35. Mycobacteria
Leprosy: Prevention and Therapy
Tuberculosis
Malignant tumours of the nails
Nail diseases: I
36. Nails and nail surgery
Nail diseases: II
Surgery and histopathology of the nails
Important causes of Neglected Tropical Diseases
37. Neglected tropical diseases
Spectrum of Neglected Tropical Diseases
New drugs, new indications, new side New therapies in dermatology oncology: I
38.
effects New therapies in dermatology oncology: II
Deep parasitic infections
Introduction and leishmaniasis
39. Parasitic infections
Scabies
Superficial infections and injuries
Emerging treatments in special topics
Hereditary and inflammatory diseases of childhood
40. Pediatric dermatology
Infectious diseases of childhood
Inflammatory diseases of childhood
Haemangiomas and vascular malformations
41. Phlebology and vascular diseases
Phlebology
11Scientific Sessions
N. Symposium Topics Symposium
gy Session
Introduction
Photodermatoses
42. Photodermatology
Phototherapies
UV in health and disease
Physical therapies: PDT, cryotherapy, Physical therapies I
43.
peeling, iontophoresis Physical therapies II
Classical and new treatments for pruritus
Mechanisms of pruritus
44. Pruritus and dysaesthesias
Pruritus in different skin types
Special manifestations of pruritus
Psoriasis I
Psoriasis II
45. Psoriasis
Psoriasis III
Psoriasis IV
Burden of disease I
Burden of disease II
46. Psychodermatology
Psychodermatology I
Psychodermatology II
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N. Symposium Topics Symposium Session
Biology of wound healing
Chronic leg ulcers
52. Skin ulcers and keloids
Pathological wound healing and keloids
Treatment options for keloids and hypertrophic scars
Basic principles for successful dermatologic surgery: I
Basic principles for successful dermatologic surgery: II
53. Surgical therapy I
Basic To intermediate level reconstructions and surgical
techniques: I
Basic To intermediate level reconstructions and surgical
techniques: II
Advanced reconstruction: I
Advanced reconstruction: II
54. Surgical therapy II
Dermatosurgery for skin tumors: II
Dermatosurgery for skin tumors:I
Topical Therapies I
Topical Therapies II
55. Topical therapies
Topical Therapies III
Topical Therapies IV
Skin issues in newly arriving migrants and refugees I
Unique dermatology issues seen in
56.
migrants and refugees
Skin issues in newly arriving migrants and refugees II
Urticaria and angiodema I
57. Urticaria and angioedema
Urticaria and angiodema II
Vasculitis
58. Vasculitis and vasculopathies
Vasculopathies
HPV
Common viruses
59. Viral infections
Herpes viruses
Special aspects
Special aspects and treatment of hyperpigmentation
Vitiligo, melasma and Special aspects of hypo and depigmentation
60.
hyperpigmentation
Vitiligo: Introduction and Overview
Vitiligo: Procedural Therapy and Special Aspects
13Scientific Sessions
Controversies Sessions
these will feature 8 debate-style presentations for-and-against contentious or
disputed statements.
1. Artificial intelligence will replace dermagologists in the future
2. Biologics should be used as a first line of treatment for hidradenitis
suppurativa
3. Early systemic treatment changes the natural history of atopic dermatitis
4. Melasma is preventable
5. Non-invasive imaging will replace skin biopsy as the standard for routine
diagnosis of keratinocyte carcinoma
6. Phototherapy is obsolete for the treatment of psoriasis
7. Skin lightening with glutathione is effective and harmless for cosmetic skin
lightening
8. Systemic corticosteroids are the first line treatment for DRESS
14Scientific Sessions
Courses
24 didactic sessions for participants who wish to gain new knowledge in a field
where they may not already be familiar.
1. Advanced Dermatological Surgery
2. Advanced Dermoscopy
3. Basic Dermatological Surgery
4. Basic Dermatopathology – Inflammatory
5. Basic Dermatopathology – Neoplastic
6. Basic Dermoscopy
7. Chemical Peels
8. Contact Dermatitis
9. Cutaneous T, B and NK cell lymphomas: classical and new treatments
10. Cutaneous T, B and NK cell lymphomas: diagnosis and differential diagnosis
11. Epidemiological Methods in Dermatology Research
12. Evaluation of and testing for drug allergy/hypersensitivity
13. Hair transplantation: from principles to post-operative care
14. Laser I: Pigment and Hair removal
15. Laser II: Rejuvenation and Scars
16. Laser III: Vascular
17. Motivational Interviewing in Supportive Patient Care
18. Nail surgery
19. Paediatric Immunodermatology
20. Pediatric Dermatology: Genodermatoses
21. Pediatric Dermatology: Vascular anomalies and practical therapies
22. Phototherapy & Photoprotection
23. Trichoscopy
24. Update in Dermatopathology
15Scientific Sessions
Expert forums
in-depth interactive session on specific topic, the format will allow more time for
discussion and audience participation.
1. Advanced Dermatopathology
2. COVID-19, post COVID-19 syndromes and vaccine reactions
3. Dermatology Education World Café
4. Early mycosis fungoides and erythroderma – how to best identify CTL
5. Hidradenitis suppurativa
6. History of Dermatology
7. How to write a paper – medical writing and publishing
8. JAK inhibitors and small molecules: mode of action, new developments, risk
benefit evaluation
9. LGBTQ and Dermatology – providing holistic care to LGBTQ patients & their
families
10. Pathogenesis and therapy of severe drug reactions
11. Pyoderma gangrenosum
12. Vitiligo
16Scientific Sessions
Free Communication Sessions
abstract driven, oral as well as electronic posters
1. Acne, Hidradenitis suppurativa, 23. Oncology and Transplant
Rosacea dermatology (including CADR to
2. Aesthetic and Cosmetic novel chemo and immune-
dermatology, and Lasers therapies)
3. Artificial intelligence 24. Paediatric dermatology, Genetics
4. Atopic dermatitis and Genodermatoses
5. Autoimmune blistering diseases 25. Phlebology and Vascular disorders
6. Contact dermatitis 26. Photobiology and Phototherapy
7. COVID-related dermatoses/vaccine 27. Physical therapies (PDT,
reactions cryotherapy, iontophoresis, DCP)
8. Cutaneous adverse drug reactions 28. Pigmentary disorders
9. Cutaneous lymphomas 29. Pruritus and dysaesthesias
10. Dermatologic surgery 30. Psoriasis
11. Dermatology in elderly patients 31. Psychodermatology
12. Dermatology in women and during 32. Rheumatologic dermatology
pregnancy 33. Sexually transmitted infections and
13. Dermatopathology HIV
14. Dermoscopy & Trichoscopy 34. Skin aging: Extrinsic and intrinsic
15. Education in dermatology factors
16. Ethics, Quality of care, Quality of 35. Skin cancer excluding melanoma
life and Costs in dermatology 36. Skin imaging other than
17. Hair disorders dermoscopy
18. Medical dermatology 37. Skin infections, Tropical
(Granulomatous diseases dermatology, Skin diseases
/Autoinflammation, SAPHO, PAPA affecting Migrants and Refugees
and Neutrophilic dermatoses / 38. Skin of colour
Eosinophilic dermatoses) 39. Social media, Patient Support
19. Melanoma and naevi Groups and Engagement
20. Mucosal diseases / Skin 40. Teledermatology
manifestations of internal diseases 41. Urticaria and Angioedema
21. Nail disorders 42. Vasculitis and Vasculopathies
22. Novel Medical therapies 43. Wound healing & Keloids
Late-Breakers
17Scientific Sessions
Regional Dermatology sessions
1. South East Asian Subspeciality Sessions:
a. Atopic Eczema
b. Dermatology Surgery and Lasers
c. Dermatopathology
d. Drug Reactions
e. Immunodermatology
f. Paediatric dermatology
g. Pigmentory Disorders
h. Psoriasis
i. Skin Cancers
j. STI/HIV
2. Dermatological Society Of Singapore Sessions (Co-Organized With Skin
Research Institute of Singapore/National Skin Centre)
3. League of ASEAN Dermatological Societies (LADS)
a. Indonesia
b. Malaysia
c. Philippines
d. Thailand
e. Vietnam
4. Patient Support Groups and Advocacy (Singapore)
a. Action for AIDS Singapore
b. DEBRA Singapore
c. Eczema Support Group
d. Psoriasis Association of Singapore
e. Rare Skin Conditions Society (Singapore)
5. Others Topics
a. AI and Deep Learning in Dermatology
b. Gamification in Dermatology
c. Migrant Dermatology Care in Singapore
d. Teledermatology in Singapore
e. Value-Driven care in Dermatology
1819
Abstract submission
SUBMISSION OPENING SUBMISSION CLOSING ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION
March 2022 24th September, 2022 7th January, 2023
Free Communications are brief presentations (oral or poster) on studies, investigations, programmes
or observations in dermatology, and represent an important component of the Scientific Programme
of the World Congress of Dermatology.
Free Communications abstracts must be submitted online through the WCD Congress website at
Wcd2023singapore.org. Select “Abstract Submission” and follow the steps, make sure to complete
all sections. If all sections are not completed, your abstract submission will NOT be accepted.
The presenting author must register for the WCD by 4th March, 2023 in order for the abstract to be
accepted for inclusion in the final scientific programme.
For additional information please contact: wcd2023abstract@thetriumph.com
Scholarships
Scholarship awards will be offered by the WCD to assist deserving and suitable trainees,
dermatologists and others from around the world to attend the Congress. Applicants are required
to submit an abstract for oral/poster presentation with their application.
There are three types of scholarship: WCD Trainee Scholarship, WCD Rising Star Scholarship and
WCD Dermatologist Scholarship.
Scholarship Application Deadline is 24th September, 2022.
Scholarships will not cover all participation costs. Scholarship amount may vary and may be used
to cover the costs of registration, travel or accommodation. For further information, please send an
e-mail to: wcd2023scholarship@thetriumph.com
20Registration
Fees below are inclusive of any applicable taxes and are quoted in SGD.
EARLY RATE STANDARD RATE ON SITE
CATEGORIES
Until 30th September, 2022 Until 23rd June, 2023
ILDS Member* SGD 1,010.00 SGD 1,160.00 SGD 1,310.00
Non-ILDS Member SGD 1,310.00 SGD 1,460.00 SGD 1,615.00
Resident & Fellow** SGD 665.00 SGD 815.00 SGD 965.00
Medical Student*** SGD 665.00 SGD 815.00 SGD 965.00
Nurse & Physician’s Assistant*** SGD 665.00 SGD 815.00 SGD 965.00
LI/LMI Countries**** SGD 1,010.00 SGD 1,160.00 SGD 1,310.00
Accompanying Person SGD 530.00 SGD 530.00 SGD 530.00
Welcome Reception SGD 60.00 SGD 60.00 SGD 60.00
Social Event SGD 220.00 SGD 220.00 SGD 220.00
* Members of international or national dermatologic societies that belong to the ILDS qualify for discounted
registration rates. For a complete list of these societies, please check the ILDS website.
** A doctor who is in a training programme that leads to specialization in dermatology. The age limit of the
applicant is 40 years old. Proof of Status is required to finalise the registration.
*** Proof of status is necessary to finalise the registration.
**** Person residing in one of the countries defined by the World Bank as Low income or Lower-Middle income.
For a complete and updated list, please check the World Bank website.
A copy of passport is required to finalise your registration.
Registration Fee includes:
Delegates
▷ Access to all Congress Sessions and Poster Area
▷ Access to Sponsored & Satellite Symposia
▷ Access to Exhibition Area
▷ Opening and Closing Ceremonies
▷ Delegate Bag and Congress Proceedings
Scientific Programme sessions are open to registered delegates only.
Accompanying Persons*
▷ Opening and Closing Ceremonies
▷ Welcome Reception
▷ Two Singapore tours
* Does not include access to Scientific Programme sessions and Exhibition Area; limit of 3 accompanying
persons per delegate.
Note: Course fees are NOT included in the registration fee.
More information on schedules and course fees will be posted on the website once confirmed
(https://www.wcd2023singapore.org/scientific-programme/congress-sessions/
For more information please visit www.wcd2023singapore.org
21About Singapore
Singapore is an island nation with a population of 5.7 million people, comprising of mostly
Chinese, Malay and Indian ethnicities. It offers visitors a fascinating fusion of many cultures
from East and West, and has an outstanding record of racial and religious harmony. English
is the main language of communication, everyone is multi-lingual, and it is likely to be the
only country in the world where the majority of the population speaks both English and
their mother tongue language of Mandarin, Malay or Tamil. Singapore is an open, modern
and secular democracy.
Well connected with the World
Singapore is one of the world’s most connected countries, strategically located along the world’s
major trade, shipping and aviation routes. Changi Airport – regularly ranked as the world’s best
airport – serves more than 100 airlines flying to aproximately 100 countries and territories. An
estimated 62 million passengers pass through our airport each year (pre-pandemic).
Singapore allows you easy connections to South-East Asian destinations where fascinating
and exotic experiences await you. It is the ideal place to embark a post congress vacation!
Effective COVID-19 Pandemic Control
Singapore has been relatively successful in managing COVID-19, there is a very high
vaccination coverage and very low mortality rate. Safety measures are continuously
updated to control the epidemic, and to make your visit smoother and safer.
Covid-19-related travel health and border regulations will be updated on the congress
website, so check it periodically.
Clean, Green and Sustainable
Singapore is also known as the Garden City, with over 50% of its area covered in greenery.
With hundreds of parks, nature reserves, mangroves, tidal flats and coral reefs, it is no
concrete jungle. The Botanic Gardens, a UNESCO Heritage site, and the award-winning
Gardens by the Bay are especially popular.
Singapore is an eminently liveable and sustainable city, with clean air, healthy living
environment, and a robust and diversified supply of water. It has strived to maintain a
balance between development and conserving the environment.
Efficient & Affordable Transportation
Travel within the city-state is convenient and hassle-free, and traffic jams are rare. Visitors
have options to several inexpensive, safe and reliable transportation choices, including the
MRT metro system, buses and taxis. This means that hotels, restaurants, cultural venues
and other places of interest are all easily accessible.
Safety & Security
You can visit Singapore with the confidence that your personal safety is in good hands.
Singapore is widely regarded as one of the safest countries in the world, with consistently
low crime rates, a transparent legal system, and a reliable police force.
Wide Selection of Accommodation
A wide range of hotel accommodation for every budget, from mid-range to luxury hotels,
has been earmarked. Many are within walking distance of the Suntec Conference and
Exhibition Centre, the venue for the 25th WCD.
22About Singapore
Local Culture & Cuisine
The melding of our rich tapestry of cultures into a harmonious collective is arguably the
country’s biggest attraction. There is also an impressive range of more than 40 different
museums, there will be something to discover for every interest.
Singapore is home to more dishes than you can eat in a lifetime – from Michelin-starred
restaurants to affordable yet scrumptious meals, this is where you can taste it all. Nothing
reflects the patchwork of cultures more than the food here.
Weather & Clothing
The weather is tropical, which means it is hot and humid through most of the year. It is
advisable to wear light, cotton clothing. Jackets are not needed unless indicated. Fortunately
all hotels, offices, shopping malls and the public transport are air-conditioned, so you would
hardly feel uncomfortable.
Currency
The Singapore dollar is the official currency. It is made up of 100 cents and is abbreviated
with the dollar sign S$, or SGD to distinguish it from other dollar-denominated currencies.
INFORMATION ON TRAVEL
AND BORDER CONTROLS
Passport & Visa
PASSPORT VALIDITY: 6 months.
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: 2 pages requirement for entry stamp.
TOURIST VISAS: Only a few nationalities need a visa.
For the minority who require a VISA,
processing time is 1–3 working days and can
be done at:
Nearest Singapore overseas mission
More than 330 authorized visa agents
Online via the Immigration and Checkpoints
Authority of Singapore (ICA) website
(www.ica.gov.sg/visitor/visitor_entryvisa).
COVID-19 ARRANGEMENTS Additional border control measures are in
place due to COVID-19.
Visit the
www.safetravel.ica.gov.sg/arriving/overview for
more information.
VACCINATIONS: Yellow fever for travelers from certain
countries.
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