Thailand wins bid to host Korat Expo 2029

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has selected Thailand to host the 2029 International Horticultural Expo (Korat Expo 2029). The event will take place in Nakhon Ratchasima province, also known as Korat. 

From 10 November 2029 to 28 February 2030, this A1-level Korat Expo 2029 is forecast to attract 2.6 to 4 million visitors. The proposed theme for Korat Expo 2029, "Nature and Greenery: Envisioning the Green Future," will spotlight Thailand's natural marvels, cultural diversity, and expertise in sustainable horticultural and agricultural technologies. 

The announcement of the approved rights for Nakhon Ratchasima as a host destination was made during the Spring Meeting 2024 of AIPH in Doha, Qatar on 6 March 2024. The Thai team attending the meeting to make a final round of the country presentation was represented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Nakhon Ratchasima province and Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB).

Following the approval of AIPH, Thailand is required to make the submission to Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) for consideration and complete approval in becoming a Certified License Host of the A1 Level Exposition.

The Thai government is fully committed to ensuring the success of the upcoming Expo in 2029 in Korat which serves as a gateway to the northeastern region because of its historical significance, agricultural prowess, and rich biodiversity.

Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya, president, TCEB, accentuated the enduring legacy and economic benefits expected from the Expo: “Korat Expo 2029 is primed to be a milestone event, driving substantial economic, social and natural gains. It aligns well with AIPH’s core value to champion a prosperous industry, growing plants that enhance lives, advance societies, and sustain our planet for this generation and the next.”

 Sayam Sirimongkol, governor of Korat, said “We are poised to welcome global visitors to our city, showcasing the cultural richness of Thailand intertwined with our vision for a greener and more sustainable future. The Expo will revolutionise our cityscape, positioning Korat as a model city for green innovation.”