Global Wellness Summit 2026: Queen opens event in Phuket
Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand presided over the 20th Global Wellness Summit 2026 in Phuket on November 11, 2026, welcoming around 600 global delegates.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Her Majesty the Queen opened the 20th Global Wellness Summit at Angsana Laguna Phuket.
- The event runs from November 10–13, 2026, gathering about 600 international delegates.
- TAT showcases "Thailand Wellness Journey: The Ultimate Healing Sanctuary" exhibition.
Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana presided over the opening ceremony of the 20th Global Wellness Summit (GWS) 2026 at Angsana Laguna Phuket on November 11, 2026, delivering the Royal opening address to international wellness leaders attending the four-day event from November 10 to 13.
Organised by the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (DTAM), alongside the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), and Phuket Province, the summit unites global expertise in health, longevity, and wellness innovation.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
During the opening ceremony, the Minister of Public Health outlined the summit objectives and requested the Royal opening address before introducing representatives from 10 supporting organisations, including TAT, TCEB, and DTAM, who received plaques of recognition from Her Majesty. Following the ceremony, Her Majesty toured exhibitions presented by Thai public and private sectors, with TAT Governor Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool presenting Thailand's wellness tourism offerings across the five regions.
The four-day summit convenes approximately 600 delegates, comprising international wellness leaders, investors, and medical experts, focusing on the global wellness economy, longevity, preventive healthcare, and innovation. Key speakers include DTAM Director-General Dr. Pongsadhorn Pokpermdee, Global Wellness Institute's Katherine Johnston, and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner.
"The Global Wellness Summit allows international industry leaders to experience Thai wellness first-hand. We aim to turn interest into lasting partnerships."
Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor
Additional Context: The Global Wellness Summit is a premier international gathering for leaders shaping the future of the global wellness economy. Hosting its 20th edition in Phuket highlights Thailand's strategic positioning as a premier global health and healing destination. By aligning with TAT's Value over Volume strategy, the event serves as a catalyst for high-value tourism partnerships that benefit local communities and integrate traditional healing heritage with modern hospitality.
For TAT, the summit provides a strategic platform to introduce Thai wellness through the dedicated "Thailand Wellness Journey: The Ultimate Healing Sanctuary" exhibition. Showcasing wellness travel routes across five regions under the theme "Healing is the New Luxury," TAT combines traditional healing knowledge, herbs, cuisine, and culture to reinforce Thailand's position as a global healing leader.
Source: TAT Newsroom
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