The pivotal role of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in addressing global health challenges was underscored at the ‘We Are The World’ Bangkok 2025 Summit, which convened from November 9 to 11. The event, organized by the nonprofit global health platform We Are The World, brought together international experts to explore the fusion of TCM with cutting-edge technologies like biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and artificial intelligence (AI).
Adrian Cheng Chi-kong, a Hong Kong entrepreneur and co-founder of We Are The World, emphasized the growing global recognition of TCM’s millennia-old wisdom in the face of rapid technological advancements. He highlighted the urgent need to integrate TCM with modern technologies to combat pressing health issues such as cancer and noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), which claimed millions of lives globally in recent years.
Phinij Jarusombat, former Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, stressed the importance of collaboration in bridging the gap between advanced medical technologies and patients suffering from chronic and neurodegenerative diseases. He advocated for a ‘Health Silk Road’ to facilitate the free flow of medical knowledge and innovation, building on Thailand’s existing cooperation with China in digital health and medical training.
Yan Lijin, Chairman of the China Silk Road Group, announced a collaboration between the Traditional Chinese Medicine Culture Congress and We Are The World, emphasizing the potential of TCM’s integration with biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and AI to address health challenges across the human life cycle. He noted TCM’s accessibility and affordability make it a valuable supplement to healthcare systems in less developed regions, while offering personalized solutions in chronic disease management in developed areas.
Personal testimonies, such as that of Michael Chin, co-founder of We Are The World, highlighted the practical benefits of combining TCM with modern treatments. Sranyoo Chanate, CEO of Kluaynamthai Hospital, and Sorapoj Techakraisri, founder of Pace Development Corp, echoed the sentiment, envisioning a future where the integration of traditional and modern medicine revolutionizes healthcare.
The summit served as a platform for sharing innovative healthcare solutions and fostering global cooperation to build a healthier future.