Responsible Conduct of Research in Asia and the Western Pacific: Insights from the 24th Forum for Ethical Review Committees in the Asian and Western Pacific Region (FERCAP) International Conference

The findings from the 24th FERCAP Conference highlight the region's progress and challenges in upholding ethical standards amidst rapidly evolving research contexts. The conference reinforced the need for collaborative frameworks, continued ethics training, and responsive policies that address both biomedical and social research landscapes. These outcomes will inform future directions as FERCAP prepares for its 25th anniversary and continues to strengthen ethical research environments across the region.