Global Wellness Summit 2026 to Bring 600 Leaders to Phuket, 10 to 13 November
Thailand will host the 20th Global Wellness Summit at Angsana Laguna Phuket on 10 to 13 November 2026, bringing together more than 600 leaders.
The Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, Ministry of Public Health, has announced it is ready to host the 20th Global Wellness Summit (GWS 2026) in Phuket from 10 to 13 November 2026. Participants will include more than 600 thought leaders, investors and experts from more than 30 countries, under the theme "The Science, Art and Soul of Wellness". Thailand hopes to use the platform to position itself as a Global Wellness Hub and to drive sustainable growth in the health economy.
Event Details at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Global Wellness Summit (GWS 2026), 20th edition |
| Dates | 10 to 13 November 2026 |
| Venue | Angsana Laguna Phuket, Phuket |
| Theme | The Science, Art and Soul of Wellness |
| Participants | More than 600 people from more than 30 countries |
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the global wellness summit. Dr. Phongsathon Pokpermdee, Director-General of the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine, said Thailand is ready to welcome CEOs, investors and health researchers to exchange knowledge and shape the direction of the future wellness economy.
4 Highlights for Attendees
- World-class speakers including Dan Buettner, who discovered the Blue Zones concept; Dr. Andrea Maier, an expert in Longevity Medicine; and William E. Heinecke, Chairman of Minor International Public Company Limited.
- New research report: the 2026 Global Wellness Economy Monitor from the Global Wellness Institute (GWI).
- Thai Wellness & Cultural Experience, presenting Thai traditional medicine, Thai massage, food and herbal therapies.
- Innovation Village & Business Matching, an innovation showcase and business matching platform.
Conference Topics
The programme covers the future of healthy longevity (Longevity), Women's Health, Longevity Medicine and Neuroaesthetics, the art and neuroscience of therapeutic aesthetics. It will also discuss the direction of wellness tourism in Asia, which is directly relevant to the hotel and resort business.
The 2026 Global Wellness Economy Monitor report will present statistics, market research findings and the latest insights into the value of the global and Asian wellness economy. Operators can use the data to plan business strategy.
What Thailand Will Showcase
For Thailand, the Thai Wellness & Cultural Experience will present Thailand's health identity in full, from medical advances and the wisdom of Thai traditional medicine to Thai massage and herbal therapeutic food, as well as the spiritual dimension that blends nature with modern healthcare.
The Innovation Village & Business Matching area will bring together herbal products and the latest wellness technology, along with a business negotiation and matching platform to connect Thai operators with international collaboration and investment networks.
Dr. Phongsathon said that hosting the summit is a major opportunity to present Thai Wellness to the international community. The Ministry of Public Health will showcase Thailand's strengths across the board, including modern medicine, Thai traditional medicine, local wisdom, herbal innovation and health services that meet international standards.
Who Should Follow This News
Hotel and resort professionals in the wellness segment will see market direction from the latest report. Herbal product, spa and health technology operators will have a business matching platform to meet global investors. Event organisers and people in the MICE industry should also follow this event, as it is an example of an international conference held in Phuket.