International Cooperative Alliance Asia and Pacific

APCYS 5.0 is coming to Hangzhou! Join young cooperators, innovators, and future leaders from across Asia and the Pacific for a dynamic regional summit exploring ethical AI, digital transformation, sustainability, and the future of cooperative action. Register now and be part of shaping the next generation of the cooperative movement.

ICA-AP Annual Activities Report 2025 — Out Now. A year of milestones, movement, and momentum. Explore how cooperatives across 22 countries shaped a landmark year for Asia and the Pacific.

ICA-AP has launched the 2026 Regional Gender-Disaggregated Data Study on Cooperative Membership, Leadership and Institutional Enablers across Asia and the Pacific. Primary cooperatives are encouraged to participate in the survey and contribute to strengthening regional evidence on women’s participation and leadership in cooperatives.

This regional study by the ICA-AP Committee on Women examines how gender equality is reflected in laws, policies, and institutional practices across cooperative ecosystems in ten Asia Pacific countries. The report offers comparative insights, highlights best practices, identifies barriers to women’s leadership, and outlines pathways to strengthen gender-responsive policy frameworks for cooperatives in the region.

Submissions are now open for the 20th ICA Asia-Pacific Cooperative Research Conference on “Transforming Cooperatives for the Future,” to be held on 6–7 October 2026 at Monash University, Australia. Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers are invited to share insights on how cooperatives are driving resilient, future-oriented models that balance economic viability with social purpose. A dedicated Young and Emerging Scholars track will also support early-stage research and collaboration across the region.

About ICA-AP

Established in 1960 in New Delhi, India, International Cooperative Alliance Asia and Pacific (ICA-AP) is one of the four regional offices of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA). With a rich history spanning over six decades, we unite, promote, and develop cooperatives in the Asia and Pacific region. We proudly represent and serve a network of 122 members from 29 countries (May 2026) across varied economic sectors. Through the promotion of cooperative identity, advocacy, collaboration, and capacity building, we strive to empower cooperatives to thrive and fulfil their potential as drivers of sustainable development, social inclusion, and economic prosperity.

Some Facts About Coops

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present globally, represent atleast 12% of humanity on the earth. As people-centred business enterprises, they provide jobs to 10% of the world’s employed population.

Our Work

International Cooperative Alliance - Asia and Pacific (ICA-AP) works to advance cooperatives that balance People, Planet, and Profit through inclusive, sustainable, and competitive development across the region.