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The 33rd World Veterinary Congress welcomed 5,117 participants from over 79 countries. For questions about the scientific program, registration, or general congress logistics, the Organizing Committee was available to assist attendees throughout the event.

The 33rd World Veterinary Congress brought together veterinary professionals from across the globe to Incheon, Korea, fostering an international exchange of knowledge and expertise. Attendees represented a wide spectrum of veterinary disciplines, from small animal clinical practice to large animal production medicine, public health, and research. The congress served as a vital platform for discussing pressing issues in animal health and welfare, with scientific sessions covering topics such as infectious disease control, diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, emergency medicine, and nutrition. Participants also explored advancements in ophthalmology, dermatology, dentistry, and surgery, reflecting the breadth of modern veterinary science and the commitment to advancing animal care worldwide.

The congress program featured an extensive scientific agenda designed to appeal to veterinarians, researchers, and students alike. Renowned invited speakers from leading institutions in the United States, Europe, and Asia delivered presentations on subjects ranging from avian and porcine medicine to equine and bovine health. Specialized sessions addressed emerging concerns such as foot-and-mouth disease, influenza, and other transboundary animal diseases that affect global food security and public health. The comprehensive program also included seminars on veterinary education, clinical pathology, and internal medicine, ensuring that every attendee found relevant content to enhance their professional development and clinical practice.

Beyond the scientific sessions, the congress fostered meaningful collaboration through joint meetings, council gatherings, and networking opportunities for veterinary associations from around the world. Organizations from countries including Japan, China, Taiwan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Canada, and many others participated in discussions on global veterinary standards and cooperative initiatives. The congress venue at Songdo ConvensiA provided an ideal setting for these exchanges, with modern facilities that supported both formal presentations and informal conversations. These interactions strengthened the international veterinary community and promoted the sharing of best practices across borders and cultural contexts.

The World Veterinary Congress also highlighted the importance of veterinary medicine in promoting animal welfare and One Health principles. Sessions explored the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, emphasizing the veterinarian’s role in disease surveillance, food safety, and zoonotic disease prevention. Exhibitions and poster presentations showcased cutting-edge research from academic institutions and laboratories worldwide, including contributions from veterinary schools such as Konkuk University, the University of California, Davis, and Seoul National University. The congress demonstrated how collaborative science and education can address the complex health challenges facing animals and people in an increasingly interconnected world.