Udon Thani:The Udon Thani International Horticultural Exposition 2026 has officially opened with a grand ceremony filled with an impressive display of light, sound, and drone light shows. This world-class event, anticipated to significantly boost the economy, was inaugurated by Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, at Nong Dae Wetland in Udon Thani Province. The event promises to stimulate the economy by over 20 billion baht.
According to Thai News Agency, the opening ceremony was attended by a diverse group of dignitaries, including cabinet ministers, ambassadors, and representatives from international organizations. Prime Minister Charnvirakul highlighted Thailand's pride in hosting the exposition, emphasizing its potential to showcase the nation's agricultural wisdom and biodiversity on the global stage.
The event began with a cultural performance and continued with a series of speeches, including one from Mr. Leonardo Capitanio, President of the International Association of Horticultural Proposals (AIPH), who praised Thailand's hosting of the event. Mr. Suriya Jungrungruangkit, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, outlined the objectives of the exposition, which operates under the theme "Diversity of Life The Interconnectedness of People, Water, and Plants for Sustainable Living."
The exposition features several key zones, including an entrance and ticket sales area, a garden exhibition zone, international and indoor garden zones, and educational exhibits. Visitors can explore over 50 gardens showcasing rare plant species from around the world, and enjoy cultural performances and local culinary offerings at the event, which runs from November 1, 2026, to March 14, 2027.