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Thailand will host the Third WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine in Bangkok from November 10–12, 2027. The biennial summit brings together global health leaders to advance evidence-based traditional medicine and strengthen health systems worldwide. Thailand's selection highlights its growing leadership in traditional and complementary medicine on the global stage.
Thailand has officially been tapped to host the Third WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine, set for Bangkok from November 10–12, 2027. The announcement was confirmed on September 1, 2026, during a handover ceremony in New Delhi, where India formally passed the baton to Thailand following the successful Second Summit. Thailand's selection reflects its recognized leadership in traditional and complementary medicine and its commitment to evidence-informed health policy.
The biennial summit convenes health ministers, policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to strengthen global cooperation on the safe and effective use of traditional medicine. The 2027 gathering will review progress on commitments made at prior summits, spotlight a new global traditional medicine data network rolling out across 12 countries, and showcase digital tools and scientific advances in the field.
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Why it matters: Billions of people worldwide rely on traditional medicine as a primary source of care. This summit is a key milestone in translating global commitments into action — advancing universal health coverage and integrating traditional medicine into mainstream health systems.
