Warm welcome to the 15th congress of Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology which will be held in Dead Sea, Amman, Jordan at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center Managed by Hilton from 10th  to 14th  of September 2012. APLAR congresses have been proven to be very successful and well attended by delegates from various parts of the world. On behalf of APLAR executive committee and the local organizing committees , we are pleased to invite you to participate in this important event. It is our great honor and pleasure to cordially welcome you to Jordan which combines a modern and historical sides. It is indeed renowned for its perfectly preserved historic towns. The Dead Sea is located at the lowest point on earth with high Oxygen saturation in the area. The excellence of the scientific program , enriched by the beautiful environment of Jordan will allow us to enjoy a memorable meeting of Rheumatology.