The 8th International Patient safety conference 2019 highlightED the theme “Imagine, Innovate, Inspire” and provided an excellent opportunity to share views, exchange knowledge and establish research collaborations & networking. This event was supported by various knowledge partners including National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH), Joint Commission International (JCI), World Innovation Summit for Health (WISH), the APAC Forum, World Health Organization (WHO), and Imperial College London.