Bangkok hosted the TCCN Forum 2026 with 9 Thai creative cities across 4 categories (gastronomy, crafts, design, music) plus 4 international cities, under UNESCO's Creative Cities Network framework. The event featured knowledge-sharing sessions on sustainable urban development, cultural financing, and creative industry strategies. Recent additions Nan and Songkhla joined the global network in 2025, with Thailand's Special Area Development Authority driving expansion since 2018.