Following the success of the previous four ASIA TOP AWARDS events and to continue the tradition, the organizers of the 5th ASIA TOP AWARDS 2026, under the THAILAND–VIETNAM BUSINESS & CULTURAL EXCHANGE DAY 2026 project and the theme “Growing Together: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Thailand–Vietnam Diplomatic Relations,” aim to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom of Thailand and the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. They also promote the 5th ASIA TOP AWARDS, an international platform honoring individuals, organizations, and brands with outstanding roles across Asia.
The event began with the introduction of field host Tontrae-Tinkorn Phuvasakivong, followed by the capable main hosts Guide-Ratsak Sakulwatcharanan and Dr. Pingping Raphat Eknithiset, who managed the program from start to finish at MCC HALL, 4th floor, The Mall Life Store, Ngamwongwan, Bangkok.
The press conference was honored by distinguished figures from government, private sector, artists, actors, and influencers attending the 5th ASIA TOP AWARDS press event in large numbers. The ceremony was presided over by Ms. Lalida Pertwiwatana, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, with Dr. Muangphoom Hansiriphet, executive of Thai Hanping Co., Ltd. and chairman of the press conference, and Rat Rimthirakul, founder and copyright owner of ASIA TOP AWARDS. Also honored was Ms. Hoang Diem Hanh, Counselor and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Thailand, who introduced the event and wished it great success.
Key partners included Dr. James Sun, Group CEO and Co-founder of Jinner O Vitta Biocare International Group, and Ms. Jaravee Wongwan, executive of Sailom Group 4289, the producer and distributor of JV PRODUCT, who supported the 5th ASIA TOP AWARDS press conference.
A highlight was the official presentation of the ASIA TOP AWARDS flag during the THAILAND–VIETNAM BUSINESS & CULTURAL EXCHANGE DAY 2026 event. Mr. Lam Gi Tien, CEO and Chairman of International Media Joint Stock Company (IMC), and Mr. Lam Anthony, IMC GROUP executive and TODAY TV station representative from Vietnam, as the main hosts, received the ASIA TOP AWARDS flag from organizers Rat Rimthirakul and Mimi-Kanjana Farm, CEO of Together Growth Co., Ltd. The flag was escorted by Miss Louise Chanthalangsy, actress and 1st runner-up Miss Grand Laos 2023.
The event also introduced the expert committee, including Mr. Ding Chong Tuan, a renowned Vietnamese journalist and film critic; Dr. Warodom Sirisuk, a well-known drama producer, director, host, and talent developer; Ms. Naniya Promngern, former director of television drama and series at Channel 8; and Dr. Kantana Sonjaroen, a mass communication specialist, public relations expert, and online media executive with over 20 years of experience in Thai media and entertainment.
Additionally, the feelings of the nominees for the 5th ASIA TOP AWARDS 2026 were shared, including Tangkwa-Pinyanenesuan Angsuwan and Nuea-Disraya Techapaiboon, lead actors from the sapfic series “Dangerous Queen, The Queen’s Favorite,” produced by Saeng Nuea Entertainment Co., Ltd., Channel 7HD; MicMac duo artists Mick-Sattananporn Worawanich and Mac-Supanat Worawanich from WhiteFox GMM MUSIC; Dr. Sunil Phol (Doctor Sunil), influencer from Thailand; and Zhang Nan, host and actor from Chongqing TV in China. They will receive their awards on Sunday, 20 December 2026, in Ho Chi Minh City, Socialist Republic of Vietnam, alongside celebrities from various countries and global superstars selected for this occasion.
