Permanent Secretary (Deputy) of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports Opens Thailand Friendly Design & Tourism for All Expo 2025

Permanent Secretary (Deputy) of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports opens Thailand Friendly Design & Tourism for All Expo 2025

On December 12, 2025, Ms. Wanida Phansaard, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, was assigned by the Minister of Tourism and Sports to preside over the opening ceremony and present certificates of honor at the event “Thailand Friendly Design & Tourism for All Expo 2025: The 9th Friendly Design, Health Innovation, and Tourism for All Exhibition”. The event was held at Hall 101, BITEC Bangna Exhibition and Convention Center, Bangkok.

FD Expo 2025 was organized under the theme “Equal Access for All”, serving as a key platform that gathers power from all sectors to elevate Thailand toward becoming a tourism for all destination and an international center health and wellness hub.

Ms. Wanida emphasized the Ministry’s vision to drive inclusive tourism for people of all ages and physical conditions, highlighting the importance of friendly design as a crucial infrastructure that enhances Thailand’s global competitiveness. Friendly Design also plays a vital role in enabling senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and families to travel with improved quality of life, comfort, and happiness.

On this occasion, Ms. Wanida, together with executives from partner organizations, rang the ceremonial bell to officially “Open the Door to a Friendly Design City and Eliminate Social Inequality”, declaring a shared commitment to creating an inclusive society and tourism destinations where no one is left behind. All individuals can access and benefit from facilities conveniently, safely, and equally.

In addition, Ms. Wanida presented Certificates of Honor to individuals and organizations that have continuously contributed to the promotion and development of friendly design and tourism for all, in recognition of their significant roles in advancing this important mission.

FD Expo 2025 was held from December 11–14, 2025, and is expected to attract more than 50,000 visitors, reflecting Thailand’s strong potential and readiness to become a truly leading destination for Health, Wellness, and Tourism for All.