Victoria, Entre Ríos, Argentina | 15–17 May 2026
The city of Victoria, in the Province of Entre Ríos, Argentina, hosted the 10th International UFO Congress from 15–17 May 2026 under the theme “Evidence and Experience: South America Speaks.” Organized by CEFORA (Commission for the Study of the UFO Phenomenon of the Argentine Republic) and the Victoria UFO Museum under the direction of (ICER's Board Member) Andrea Pérez Simondini, the event brought together researchers, academics, aviation professionals, journalists, public officials, and international representatives from across Latin America and Europe.
Over the course of three days, participants explored a broad range of topics related to Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), including field investigation methodologies, consciousness studies, aviation safety, governmental transparency, historical cases, public policy, and international cooperation.
Strong Institutional Recognition
A notable feature of this tenth edition was the unprecedented level of institutional support received from governmental and civic authorities.
The Congress was formally recognized through declarations and resolutions issued by the Province of Entre Ríos, the Provincial Senate, the Provincial Chamber of Deputies, the Municipal Government of Victoria, the Municipal Deliberative Council, and the Provincial Tourism Authority. These recognitions highlighted the event’s scientific, cultural, educational, and tourism value, as well as its contribution to international dialogue and regional development.
The opening ceremony included the participation of senior public officials, among them municipal authorities, provincial legislators, and representatives of the provincial tourism sector, reflecting a growing willingness among public institutions to engage with the study of anomalous phenomena through responsible and transparent frameworks.
A Milestone Legislative Initiative
One of the most significant developments announced during the Congress was the presentation of a legislative proposal by Senator Víctor Sanzberro to establish the Provincial Registry Program for Anomalous Phenomena (PRFA).
The proposed program would create an official framework for receiving, documenting, analyzing, and preserving reports of unidentified phenomena occurring in the air, on land, and in waterways throughout the Province of Entre Ríos. The proposal also includes provisions for scientific consultation, public reporting, and cooperation with experienced civilian researchers and organizations.
If adopted, the initiative could become one of the first provincial-level governmental programs in South America specifically dedicated to the systematic documentation and study of anomalous phenomena, potentially serving as a model for future national and regional efforts.
International Speakers and Interdisciplinary Perspectives
The Congress featured an extensive roster of speakers representing diverse professional and academic backgrounds.
Presentations covered topics ranging from governmental disclosure efforts and aviation-related UAP incidents to consciousness research, anthropology, psychology, technological monitoring, and field investigation.
Among the international participants were:
José Antonio Caravaca (Spain), author of the Distortion Theory.
Cristian Riffo (Chile), Director of the UFO Museum of La Serena.
Juan Manuel Acuña (Uruguay), former Uruguayan Air Force helicopter technician.
Researchers and specialists from Argentina working in aviation, psychology, psychiatry, anthropology, and anomalistic studies.
The event also highlighted growing academic engagement with UAP-related questions. Presentations addressed not only physical evidence and observational data but also the role of perception, consciousness, culture, and human experience in understanding anomalous encounters.
ICER and International Academic Cooperation
Particular attention was given to the importance of international collaboration in advancing serious UAP research.
The Congress acknowledged the contributions of members of the international research community, including representatives connected to academic initiatives in Europe and organizations dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary dialogue on UAP and related phenomena.
Discussions emphasized the need for collaboration across national boundaries and disciplinary traditions, bringing together researchers from fields as diverse as psychology, anthropology, aviation safety, history, consciousness studies, sociology, and the philosophy of science.
Binational Cooperation Between Argentina and Chile
One of the most important institutional outcomes of the Congress was the signing of an Act of Intent for Binational Cooperation between the UFO Museum of Victoria (Argentina) and the UFO Museum of La Serena (Chile).
The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration in three principal areas:
Scientific and technical cooperation, including the exchange of research data and investigative methodologies.
Tourism and cultural development, with the promotion of initiatives connecting both regions through scientific and thematic tourism.
Educational and museum activities, including joint exhibitions and educational content.
The agreement was accompanied by messages of support from regional authorities in Chile, including representatives of the Coquimbo Region and the Municipality of La Serena, underscoring the growing international dimension of UAP-related cultural and scientific initiatives.
Field Research and the “Evidence & Experience” Framework
The Congress opened with an outdoor field-research session at Cerro de la Matanza, a location historically associated with reports of unusual luminous phenomena.
Researchers employed a combination of technological monitoring systems, sensors, imaging equipment, and observational protocols. Complementing these approaches were activities exploring human perception, mindfulness practices, and traditional cultural frameworks for engaging with anomalous experiences.
This dual emphasis on measurable evidence and lived experience became a central theme throughout the event, culminating in a multidisciplinary roundtable discussion involving investigators, anthropologists, journalists, and consciousness researchers.
The debate highlighted one of the fundamental questions facing contemporary UAP studies: the relationship between objective evidence and subjective experience, and how both dimensions may contribute to a more complete understanding of anomalous phenomena.
Aviation Safety, Transparency, and Disclosure
Several presentations focused on aviation-related cases and the importance of institutional transparency.
Researchers reviewed historical and contemporary cases involving pilots, military personnel, and air traffic operations, while representatives of ALAS (Latin America for Aerospace Safety) presented ongoing efforts to establish reporting mechanisms and professional standards for aviation personnel encountering anomalous phenomena.
Updates were also provided regarding declassified cases in Argentina and ongoing efforts to promote transparent access to information, reflecting broader international trends in governmental engagement with UAP issues.
Looking Forward
The 10th International UFO Congress demonstrated the continued maturation of the UAP field in South America. Beyond case studies and individual reports, the event showcased a growing ecosystem of researchers, institutions, public officials, and international partners seeking to develop more rigorous frameworks for investigation, documentation, and public dialogue.
The combination of legislative initiatives, academic participation, international cooperation agreements, and governmental recognition suggests that the study of anomalous phenomena is increasingly moving beyond traditional boundaries and into broader conversations involving science, culture, public policy, and global cooperation.
For ICER, the Congress stands as an encouraging example of how constructive international engagement can help foster responsible research, transparency, and meaningful dialogue on one of the most enduring and challenging mysteries of our time.
