The Asia Pacific Malaria Elimination Network (APMEN) is a sustainable, collaborative network for the delivery of technical malaria expertise and uses a brokering approach to connect National Malaria Programs (NMPs) with relevant technical information. APMEN comprises NMPs from 22 Asia-Pacific countries and 54 Partner Institutions. The APMEN Secretariat works closely with partners to facilitate regional and multi-sectoral collaboration around evidence-based practices and research to reach the goal of malaria elimination in the region. APMEN facilitates technical exchange through its three Working Groups on Surveillance & Response, Vector Control and Vivax.

In APMEN’s role as convenor, one of its most valuable contributions is as a platform to bring the network together and facilitate cooperation, collaboration and partnership to reach the regional malaria elimination goal. This not only builds the foundation for shared activities between members, but also provides the opportunity to build consensus and elevate regional concerns and initiatives for political action through the APLMA policy advocacy mechanism.