This conference report is an output of an APEC project of “Managing Infectious Disease on Cross-Border Cruise Ships in the Post-COVID-19 Era: Application of Digital Technology”. This physical conference was held from 24 to 25 August 2023. Apart from the keynote speech, the one and half-day conference consisted of 4 main sessions: “Cruise Cooperation Dialogue Platform: Cruise Sanitation Inspections and Management”, “Cruise Cooperation Dialogue Platform: Experiences of Responding to Public Health Events on Cruise Ships”, “Strengthening Prevention and Control on Cruise Ships: Application of Digital Technology”, and “Site Visit to the Port of Keelung”.

Overall, the cruise industry has undergone a transformative response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Regional leaders in the industry, representatives from various economies, and experts have shared their insights on how the cruise industry has adapted and innovated its practices to ensure the safety and well-being of passengers and crew members.