The Asian Society of Neuroanesthesia and Critical Care (ASNACC) was established by the founding members of Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia, China and Singapore, and joined in quick succession by the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand and Myanmar. These respective ASNACC country members have the common purpose of achieving the following:

• To establish a forum for exchange and interchange of views and for enhancing fellowship amongst its members.
• To assist in the establishment of the Neuroanaesthesia and Critical Care in Asia.
• To promote research and training in Neuroanaesthesia and Critical Care.
• To improve Neuroanaesthesia and Critical Care services in Asian countries.
• To carry out all such activities as would contribute to the promotion of Neuroanaesthesia and Critical Care.