Longevity & Wellness Push (Chiang Mai): The Chiang Mai Chamber of Commerce announced the Chiang Mai Longevity Summit 2026 (Sept 3–4) with a five-year plan built around longevity food, herbal medicine/cosmeceuticals, medical services, mindfulness and mental wellbeing, plus AI-powered marketing—aiming for up to ฿150 billion in new revenue and positioning the city as a global wellness hub. Connected Healthcare Tech (Bangkok): InterSystems will host InterSystems Asia READY 2026 (Aug 31–Sept 1) in Bangkok to help Thai and regional healthcare leaders move from AI experiments to practical, interoperable care using trusted data. Maternal & Newborn Safety (Thailand-linked policy debate): A major “gold ring for newborns” scheme is being rolled out via high-load CEmONC centres, with secure storage enclosures planned to protect the rings—highlighting how health policy details can hinge on on-the-ground safety systems. Immigration Enforcement (Koh Tao): Thai authorities arrested six foreign scuba instructors on Koh Tao for alleged work without valid permits, underscoring the gap between visa allowances for digital nomads and actual employment rules. Tourism Health Angle (Thailand): TAT unveiled “The Year of Transformation” for 2027, targeting higher-value, more meaningful travel—an approach that can shape demand for wellness, preventive care and healthier visitor experiences. Danish Dairy Knowledge Exchange (Chiang Mai): Danish firms and Thai dairy stakeholders met in Chiang Mai to share know-how on animal health, nutrition, breeding, farm management and milk processing to support more sustainable dairy production.