From left: BESarawak’s Amelia Roziman, Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak’s Adrian Susin Ambud, Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Sarawak Stephen Rundi Anak Utom, WVPA Malaysia’s Abdul Rahman Omar, and BESarawak’s Jason Tan Chin Foo.
For the first time in its history, the World Veterinary Poultry Association Congress (WVPAC 2025) will be hosted in Malaysia, with Kuching officially named as the nation’s inaugural host city.
The global congress, themed “Sustainable Healthy Poultry for a Healthier World”, will take place from 6 to 10 October 2025 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK).
As the poultry industry grapples with critical challenges – including disease control, food safety, sustainability, and animal welfare – WVPAC 2025 will serve as a platform to share cutting-edge research and solutions, and best practices to ensure the resilience of global poultry production.
The congress is set to attract over 1,500 delegates from more than 50 countries, including 19 speakers. There will also be an exhibition showcasing the latest innovations, products, and services in poultry health and production.
“Sarawak is determined to become more self-reliant and competitive in food supply, and build a resilient food system for the people, while promoting sustainable poultry farming practices,” stated Stephen Rundi Anak Utom, Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Sarawak, at the press conference this week.
“WVPAC 2025 is expected to generate over RM9.8 million (US$2.3 million) in total economic impact for Sarawak, but its true legacy will be the exchange of ideas, forging of partnerships, and advancement of a more resilient and sustainable food system for future generations.”
Not only are food security and sustainable agriculture government and community priorities, they also align with BESarawak’s mission to drive legacies from business events that benefit society and future generations, said Amelia Roziman, CEO of BESarawak.
The World Veterinary Poultry Association Congress 2025 is organised by WVPA Malaysia and supported by the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Sarawak (MFICORD), Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) and Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB).