Asian Racing Conference

About the Asian Racing Conference

The Asian Racing Conference (ARC) is a major event on the international racing calendar. Attracting and engaging the foremost leaders and greatest minds in racing and sports, along with other influential stakeholders, the ARC shapes global and regional agendas to continuously advance the racing industry.

The

40

ARC

Sapporo

2024

Japan

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The

39

ARC

Melbourne

2023

Australia

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The

38

ARC

Cape Town

2020

South Africa

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The

37

ARC

Seoul

2018

Korea

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The

36

ARC

Mumbai

2016

India

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The

35

ARC

Hong Kong

2014

Hong Kong

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The

34

ARC

Turkey

2012

Turkey

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The

33

ARC

Australia

2010

Australia

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The

32

ARC

Japan

2008

Japan

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The

31

ARC

UAE

2007

United Arab Emirates

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The

30

ARC

Korea

2005

Korea

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The

29

ARC

New Zealand

2003

New Zealand

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The

28

ARC

Thailand

2001

Thailand

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The

27

ARC

Malaysia/Singapore

2000

Malaysia/Singapore

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The

26

ARC

Macau

1999

Macau

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The

25

ARC

South Africa

1997

South Africa

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The

24

ARC

India

1995

India

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The

23

ARC

Philippines

1993

Philippines MMTCI

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The

22

ARC

Hong Kong

1991

Hong Kong

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The

21

ARC

Turkey

1990

Turkey

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The

20

ARC

Australia

1988

Australia

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The

19

ARC

Malaysia/Singapore

1987

Malaysia/Singapore

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The

18

ARC

Japan

1985

Japan

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The

17

ARC

New Zealand

1984

New Zealand

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The

16

ARC

Thailand

1982

Thailand

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The

15

ARC

Korea

1980

Korea

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The

14

ARC

Hong Kong

1978

Hong Kong

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The

13

ARC

India

1976

India

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The

12

ARC

Philippines

1974

Philippines MMTCI

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The

11

ARC

Turkey

1973

Turkey

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The

10

ARC

Australia

1972

Australia

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The

9

ARC

Malaysia/Singapore

1970

Malaysia/Singapore

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The

8

ARC

Japan

1969

Japan

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The

7

ARC

New Zealand

1968

New Zealand

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The

6

ARC

Thailand

1967

Thailand

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The

5

ARC

India

1966

India

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The

4

ARC

Philippines

1964

Philippines MMTCI

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The

3

ARC

Australia

1963

Australia

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The

2

ARC

Singapore

1961

Singapore

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The

1

ARC

Japan

1960

Japan

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Conference
Month
Year
Host Country
40
Conference
August
2024
Japan
39
Conference
February
2023
Australia
38
Conference
February
2020
South Africa
37
Conference
May
2018
Korea
36
Conference
January
2016
India
35
Conference
May
2014
Hong Kong
34
Conference
July
2012
Turkey
33
Conference
April
2010
Australia
32
Conference
November
2008
Japan
31
Conference
January
2007
United Arab Emirates
30
Conference
May
2005
Korea
29
Conference
March
2003
New Zealand
28
Conference
November
2001
Thailand
27
Conference
March
2000
Malaysia/Singapore
26
Conference
January
1999
Macau
25
Conference
January
1997
South Africa
24
Conference
January
1995
India
23
Conference
February
1993
Philippines MMTCI
22
Conference
December
1991
Hong Kong
21
Conference
July
1990
Turkey
20
Conference
September
1988
Australia
19
Conference
March
1987
Malaysia/Singapore
18
Conference
October
1985
Japan
17
Conference
January
1984
New Zealand
16
Conference
January
1982
Thailand
15
Conference
September
1980
Korea
14
Conference
December
1978
Hong Kong
13
Conference
December
1976
India
12
Conference
November
1974
Philippines MMTCI
11
Conference
May
1973
Turkey
10
Conference
March
1972
Australia
9
Conference
September
1970
Malaysia/Singapore
8
Conference
March
1969
Japan
7
Conference
January
1968
New Zealand
6
Conference
January
1967
Thailand
5
Conference
January
1966
India
4
Conference
November
1964
Philippines MMTCI
3
Conference
April
1963
Australia
2
Conference
September
1961
Singapore
1
Conference
May
1960
Japan

ARC Updates

August 29, 2024

Advanced technology an asset and obstacle in combatting illegal wagering, and the new age threat of gene doping

In a session titled ‘Integrity: Tackling New-Age Threats’ at the 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) in Sapporo, Japan on Thursday (29 August), members of the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) Council on Anti-Illegal Betting and Related Financial Crime outlined threats posed by the illegal wagering market and advancing technology, and delegates learned of the emerging integrity challenge in the form of gene doping.
August 29, 2024

Asian Racing Conference discusses betting trends and breathtaking World Pool benefits

Leading wagering experts have lauded the transformative powers of World Pool at the 40th Asian Racing Conference in Sapporo, Japan, but also expressed concerns over regulatory challenges and taxation issues as the sport is buffeted by economic headwinds.
August 28, 2024

Horse racing’s connection with popular culture is explored at the 40th Asian Racing Conference

The integration of horse racing into popular culture through the deeds of equine champions, including Australia’s Winx and Japan’s Equinox, was explored at the 40th Asian Racing Conference on Wednesday, 28 August, at the Sapporo Convention Center in Sapporo.
August 28, 2024

Asian Racing Conference urged to give fans what they want

The 40th Asian Racing Conference in Sapporo, Japan, was told of the importance of fan engagement and the need to attract young people to racing at an early age to hopefully create a lifelong interest in the sport.
August 28, 2024

Collaboration key to horse racing’s future as ARF Chair Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges calls on industry leaders to unite

Delivering a keynote presentation at the Sapporo Convention Center in Sapporo, Japan, on Wednesday (28 August), Mr. Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, Chair of the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) and Chief Executive Officer of The Hong Kong Jockey Club, outlined four key challenges horse racing must overcome if the sport desires prosperity and longevity.
August 27, 2024

40th Asian Racing Conference opens in Sapporo, Japan

The 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) opened last evening (Tuesday, 27 August) in its inaugural host country, with the Japan Racing Association (JRA) in conjunction with the Asian Racing Federation (ARF), staging the event from 27 August to 1 September in Sapporo.