On behalf of the Organizing and Scientific Committees, it is my great pleasure to extend a heartfelt welcome to all Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck professionals to the EROC Global Forum 2026, taking place from January 15 to 17, 2026, in the vibrant city of Dubai, United Arab Emirates at InterContinental Dubai Festival City.

As we celebrate the 15th edition of the EROC Congress, we are proud to mark this important milestone with a truly global gathering. This achievement has been made possible thanks to the continued support of our partners, faculty, and attendees from around the world. Your contributions have played a pivotal role in shaping EROC into one of the leading forums in the field.

We are delighted to announce that this year’s edition will be a combined meeting with distinguished international societies, including the Union of European Phoniatricians, the Japanese Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (JORL-HNS), the Korean Society of Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, and—for the third consecutive year—the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO).

EROC Global Forum 2026 will offer an expansive and inclusive scientific program, covering major topics across all areas of ORL–Head and Neck Surgery. These include Otology, Neurotology, Cochlear Implant, Rhinology, Skull Base Surgery, Allergy, Hearing, Speech and Swallowing, and much more. In addition, there will be a special focus on Women in ENT and on Young Physicians who are entering and shaping the future of our specialty. We are excited to bring together renowned experts from ASEAN countries, the Middle East, North Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, South Korea, Japan and Asia Pacific Region and Western regions such as Europe and the USA, Canada, and South America to share insights, discuss clinical challenges, and foster innovation.