Malaysia Wins High-Value APSIPA ASC 2027 Event as Penang Targets Strong International Delegate Arrivals

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September 2, 2026 5:45 PM

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Malaysia has won the opportunity to host the 19th Asia Pacific Signal and Information Processing Association Annual Summit and Conference (APSIPA ASC 2027), reinforcing its growing reputation as a leading hub for global business events. The prestigious international conference is scheduled to take place from 5 to 8 December 2027 at G Hotel Gurney in Penang.

The event is expected to welcome around 500 delegates, including approximately 450 international attendees from across the Asia-Pacific region and beyond. The successful bid was secured through the combined efforts of the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), the Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB), and supporting academic partners.

Founded in 2009, the Asia Pacific Signal and Information Processing Association (APSIPA) is a global professional community bringing together researchers, academics, students and industry experts specialising in signal processing, information technologies and related disciplines.

Held annually in different destinations across the Asia-Pacific region, APSIPA ASC serves as an important platform for experts to exchange knowledge, showcase breakthrough research, discuss emerging technologies and develop international partnerships. The 2027 edition in Penang will further highlight Malaysia’s capabilities in hosting high-value international conferences while connecting global technology and research communities.

Chief Executive Officer of MyCEB, Ms. Tan Mei Phing, said, “Securing APSIPA ASC 2027 is a
significant achievement for Malaysia and reflects the international community’s confidence in our
ability to host high-quality Business Events. The conference will create valuable opportunities for
Malaysian researchers, academics, students and industry professionals to connect and collaborate
with global experts. MyCEB is proud to support this successful bid alongside Monash University
Malaysia and PCEB. We look forward to welcoming APSIPA delegates to Penang in 2027.”

The conference supports the objectives of Malaysia’s New Industrial Master Plan 2030, which prioritises emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, digital innovation, semiconductor development and other advanced technology-driven industries. By bringing APSIPA ASC 2027 to the country, Malaysia aims to enhance its research ecosystem while raising the global profile of its universities, innovation centres and technology institutions.

The event will mark APSIPA ASC’s return to Malaysia after ten years, following its previous Kuala Lumpur edition in 2017. Beyond its immediate economic impact, the conference is expected to deliver long-term benefits by encouraging knowledge exchange, expanding collaboration between academia and industry, and creating pathways for future global technology events in the country. The successful bid further highlights Malaysia’s growing position as a leading regional hub for international conferences, research partnerships and technology-led innovation.