STS forum Japan – Thailand Symposium 2026

STS forum Japan – Thailand Symposium 2026

1. Event Background

In recent years, the world has been facing rapid changes and complex challenges in many areas, including public health, environmental sustainability, climate change, energy security, and economic development. These challenges are closely connected and affect societies at both national and global levels. At the same time, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the future of society. This convergence of AI with health, environment, and bio-economy presents new opportunities to enhance decision-making, improve quality of life, and support long-term sustainability.

The STS forum is a globally recognized platform that brings together leaders from government, academia, industry, and international organizations to discuss the long-term impacts of science and technology on society. Each year, around 1,000 high-level leaders from politics, government agencies, the private sector, research institutions, and the scientific community from around the world gather at the annual meeting of STS forum to exchange views and discuss how to strengthen the “lights” and manage the “shadows” of science and technology from a long-term perspective for humanity. The annual meeting is held every October in Kyoto, Japan, a historic city with more than 1,200 years of history and at the same time a modern center of advanced science and technology.

The National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT) has maintained a continuous partnership with the STS forum since 2017. To strengthen this strong cooperation, the STS forum Japan–Thailand Symposium 2026 is jointly organized by NRCT and the STS forum. The symposium is organized to create a regional and international platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among distinguished leaders, policymakers, industry leaders, academic experts, and researchers

The symposium will focus on the theme “The Great Convergence: AI-Driven Health, Environment and Bio-Economy”, reflecting the growing convergence of AI with key sectors that are critical to our society. The program will feature keynote speeches by distinguished international leaders, high-level speakers and panelists, as well as a concurrent session, and networking opportunities to encourage exchange of ideas and partnership building.  The STS forum Japan–Thailand Symposium 2026 is therefore expected to strengthen international collaboration, promote knowledge exchange, and support the development of innovative and sustainable solutions for the future.

2. Objective

2.1 To provide a platform for dialogue on the convergence of AI, health, environment, energy, and bio-economy.

2.2 To share experiences, knowledge, and best practices among distinguished leaders, policymakers, industry leaders, academic experts, and researchers

2.3 To promote international cooperation in science, research, and innovation, and to encourage collaborative initiatives that support sustainable and inclusive development.

3. Duration and Venue

The STS forum Japan–Thailand Symposium 2026 will be held from 24–25 April 2026 at the Bangkok Convention Centre, Central World, Bangkok, Thailand.