BANGKOK, Thailand – Minister of Public Health Pattana Promphat has presided over the opening of ThaiFDA WELLNEXT 2026 at Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon, Bangkok, on October 23. He emphasized advancing Thailand’s health economy and promoting Thai health innovations in international markets.
The event, organized by the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from October 23–25, is held under the theme “From Thai Innovation to Global Trust.” The ceremony was also attended by Deputy Permanent Secretary for Public Health Dr. Ekachai Piansriwatchara and FDA Secretary-General Supattra Boonserm.
In his keynote address, the Minister highlighted Thailand’s potential to become a global wellness and longevity hub through science, technology, and innovation. He stressed the importance of developing safe, high-quality health products that enhance quality of life and strengthen international competitiveness. After the ceremony, the Minister visited exhibitions of Thai health products, technologies, and services, and discussed business development opportunities with participating entrepreneurs.
The three-day forum features four main zones: Exhibition, Next Connect, International Symposium, and WELLNEXT Stage. Activities include FDA consultations, business matching, workshops, academic discussions, and presentations on wellness, longevity science, and emerging health technologies. A key highlight is the WELLNEXT Pitching Challenge on October 25, which offers innovators the opportunity to present health product concepts to experts, investors, and business partners.
Through these efforts, the Ministry of Public Health aims to commercialize local research, expand international market opportunities, and drive sustainable growth in the national wellness economy. Visitors can attend ThaiFDA WELLNEXT 2026 from October 23–25, 2026, at Royal Paragon Hall, 5th Floor, Siam Paragon, Bangkok. Event schedules and participation details are available on the FDAThai Facebook page. (NNT)
