Thai MICE Shines: Sirikit National Convention Center Wins Best Convention Center in Asia

On February 4, 2026, the Sirikit National Convention Center announced a significant success on the international stage, winning two major Asian awards at the World MICE Awards 2025. These include the Best Convention Centre in Asia award - the first time a Thai convention center has received this recognition - and the Best Convention Centre in Thailand award for the third consecutive year. The World MICE Awards is a prestigious recognition honoring outstanding organizations, venues, and MICE service providers with exceptional quality, service standards, and global competitive potential. Organized by World Travel Group, a leading UK organization, the awards reflect the excellence of the MICE business sector through a selection and voting process by global industry experts. Surapol Uthintu, CEO of the Sirikit National Convention Center, stated that this achievement represents a significant step from national to regional recognition. He emphasized that the success is not just a pride for the center, but a collaborative effort by all MICE industry sectors to elevate Thailand's event standards internationally. The center's confidence is further demonstrated by its selection to host major international events in 2026, including the UFI Asia-Pacific Conference, Money20/20 Asia, and the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Annual Meetings, underlining its potential as a key international event venue.