Full Timetable Released for 'SYNC', Asia's Premier Design & Innovation Festival! Featuring Live Performances by Wednesday Campanella and More

Nikkei BP, in partnership with FOURDIGIT Inc. and the National Innovation Agency (NIA) of Thailand, will host 'SYNC Design & Innovation in SITE 2026' on June 26, 2026, at Siam Paragon in Bangkok. We are pleased to announce the full session timetable. The event aims to build a next-generation business ecosystem where Japanese and Asian insights converge, focusing on 'Design as the Redesign of Problem Solving' in a rapidly changing global market. As the third announcement, we have released the full timetable and details of the 'Music Stage,' which will bring new intellectual stimulation and creative inspiration to the venue. We are unveiling the full timetable for all sessions and speakers. In addition to previously announced Japanese speakers, leaders from Bangkok in policy, technology, and design will also take the stage. From the policy side, speakers include Kritpaka Boonfuang of NIA, Chakrit Pichyangkul of CEA, and Masato Otaka, Ambassador of Japan to Thailand. From the technology side, Surapan Meknavin of NXPO and Nares Damrongchai will share their expertise. From the design field, Sampata Jedy of Farm Group will also participate. The event features three simultaneous stages with a multi-layered program. Alongside business sessions, special live performances by Thai and Japanese artists will be held. From Thailand, the electro-pop unit 'KIKI' will perform. From Japan, artists including 'Wednesday Campanella,' 'Takahito Uchisawa' (androp), 'EYE VDJ MASA' (Masatane Muto), 'Tomu Kawada' (AR Three Brothers), 'STEREO DIVE FOUNDATION,' 'Ohzora Kimishima,' and 'Hana Taguchi' will take the stage. SYNC will be held on the second day of 'SITE 2026,' Thailand's largest startup and innovation event hosted by NIA. With the theme 'Global Innovation Impact: The Year of Investment,' SITE 2026 gathers startups, investors, and global partners. SYNC is designed to allow SITE attendees to easily transition between events, providing a unique opportunity to engage with design insights amidst the excitement of innovation.