Consolidation doesn’t happen only at companies’ levels – this new, innovative initiative by Malaysian Vet Associations’ sets the bar for Veterinary industry focussed conferences and events.
Dubbed as – ‘One Voice, One Health, One Future’ this initiative aims to create Southeast Asia’s largest integrated veterinary, livestock and animal production platform and a potential template for world to copy.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | June 19, 2026 — In one of the most ambitious reorganizations of veterinary and livestock events in Asia, Malaysia has unveiled GAVIS 2026 (Global Animal Production & Veterinary Industry Summit), a unified international platform that will bring together multiple leading conferences, professional symposia and industry events under a single umbrella.
Scheduled for 21–23 July 2026 at the Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC), the summit represents a strategic effort to consolidate veterinary medicine, livestock production, animal welfare, academia, government and industry into one collaborative event built around the theme “One Voice, One Health, One Future.”
Organizers describe the initiative as one of the largest integrated veterinary and animal production gatherings ever staged in Southeast Asia, reflecting growing recognition that future animal health challenges require closer collaboration between veterinarians, researchers, livestock producers, policymakers and technology providers.
A Unified Platform for Veterinary Science and Animal Production
Unlike conventional veterinary congresses focused on a single discipline, GAVIS 2026 combines several established conferences and specialist programmes into one event.
The summit will be held alongside major scientific meetings including:
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36th Malaysian Veterinary Medical Association (MAVMA) Conference
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45th Malaysian Society of Animal Production (MSAP) Conference
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7th Asian-Australasian Dairy Goat Conference
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17th Malaysian Association of Veterinary Pathology Conference
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1st Malaysian Association of Companion Animal Medicine Industry Conference
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3rd UMK Veterinary International Conference
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Malaysia Animal Welfare Regulatory Symposium
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MAVMA Veterinary Education Symposium
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Malaysia–Indonesia Veterinary & Animal Science Student Innovation Competition
Together, these programmes will span food-animal medicine, companion animals, pathology, animal welfare, dairy production, livestock economics, aquaculture, wildlife medicine and veterinary education.
Reflecting the One Health Agenda
The summit’s structure closely aligns with the globally adopted One Health framework, which recognizes the interdependence of animal health, human health and environmental sustainability. According to the organizers, GAVIS 2026 will focus on:
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emerging infectious diseases;
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transboundary animal diseases;
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antimicrobial resistance;
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food security;
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climate-resilient livestock production;
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digital agriculture;
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precision livestock farming;
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animal welfare;
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aquaculture health;
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veterinary diagnostics;
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vaccines and biologicals;
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sustainable livestock systems.
The broad agenda mirrors growing international concern over diseases such as African swine fever, Highly pathogenic avian influenza, Foot-and-mouth disease and antimicrobial resistance, all of which increasingly require coordinated multidisciplinary responses.
Regional Importance Continues to Grow
The launch comes as Southeast Asia experiences rapid expansion in animal agriculture. The region is home to:
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one of the world’s fastest-growing poultry industries;
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rapidly expanding aquaculture production;
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increasing commercial dairy investments;
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growing companion animal ownership;
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rising demand for veterinary services.
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Asia accounts for nearly 90% of global aquaculture production, while countries across ASEAN continue investing heavily in poultry, swine and dairy modernization to improve food security and export competitiveness.
Malaysia itself has positioned animal health as a strategic component of national food security policy, particularly in strengthening veterinary infrastructure, disease surveillance and livestock productivity.
Strong Institutional Backing
GAVIS 2026 is being organized through collaboration among Malaysia’s leading veterinary and livestock organizations, including:
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Malaysian Veterinary Medical Association
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Malaysian Society of Animal Production
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Department of Veterinary Services Malaysia
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Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute
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Universiti Putra Malaysia
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Universiti Malaysia Kelantan
Industry associations representing animal nutrition, feed additives, companion animals, zoological medicine and wildlife health are also supporting the summit.
Technology and Commercial Innovation Take Centre Stage
Beyond scientific presentations, GAVIS 2026 will feature a large commercial exhibition showcasing:
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veterinary pharmaceuticals;
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vaccines and biologicals;
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animal nutrition;
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feed additives;
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precision livestock technologies;
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artificial intelligence applications;
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diagnostic platforms;
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laboratory equipment;
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digital veterinary software;
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livestock automation systems.
The exhibition is expected to include approximately 150 exhibition booths, alongside technical workshops, poster presentations, scientific competitions and business networking events.
Veterinary Industry Increasingly Embraces Integrated Events
The consolidation reflects a broader international trend toward multidisciplinary veterinary conferences.
Rather than hosting separate meetings for livestock production, companion animals, pathology, animal welfare and veterinary education, organizers are increasingly creating integrated platforms that encourage collaboration across sectors.
This approach is particularly relevant as veterinarians face increasingly complex challenges involving zoonotic diseases, climate change, antimicrobial stewardship and sustainable food production.
Economic Importance of the Veterinary Sector
The global animal health industry is projected to exceed US$80 billion in 2026, while the worldwide veterinary services market continues to expand, driven by:
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increasing companion animal ownership;
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modernization of livestock production;
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stronger biosecurity requirements;
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vaccine adoption;
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precision farming technologies;
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digital veterinary medicine.
Asia-Pacific remains one of the fastest-growing regional markets, supported by rising protein consumption, expanding commercial livestock industries and increased government investment in animal disease prevention.
Looking Ahead
Organizers expect GAVIS 2026 to become a recurring international platform connecting veterinary science with animal production, public health and agribusiness.
By integrating multiple professional societies, academic institutions, regulators and commercial stakeholders into a single event, the summit aims to strengthen knowledge exchange, accelerate technology adoption and foster regional partnerships that support healthier livestock populations, improved food security and more resilient animal production systems.
As the veterinary profession increasingly adopts a One Health approach to emerging disease threats and sustainable agriculture, GAVIS 2026 represents a significant step toward building a more collaborative and interdisciplinary future for the global animal health industry.
