Asia Pacific Lottery Association (APLA)

Originally founded as an association in 2000, the Asia Pacific Lottery Association Limited (APLA) is one of five regional associations of the World Lottery Association and represents 21 full members from 12 countries and 24 Associate Members from 11 countries in Asia, Europe and North America.

APLA provides a platform for its members to share their knowledge, experience and expertise about the global lottery industry, ensuring best practice.

Through APLA, members develop strong personal and professional networks by offering their support and guidance to their colleagues.

APLA’s objectives are to advance the goals and interests of its members and to enhance the capability and common knowledge of members by:

- Promoting and encouraging the exchange of experience, information and resources among members
- Convening meetings, conferences, working groups and other forums to facilitate communication among members
- Serving as a platform to discuss lottery-related issues
- Establishing services in education, statistics, information and administrative matters relevant to the lottery industry
- Representing the interests of members and promoting the alignment of their aims and objectives at a global and region level