Frequently asked questions

The Asia Top Awards 2026 Gala takes place on 20 December 2026 at Wynnley Venue & Retreats, The Global City, Ho Chi Minh City. It is the 5th season of the awards and the first time they are held in Vietnam. The program continues on 21 December 2026 with the Top 10 Branding Voting Awards Ceremony and the Áo Dài Charity Auction.

IMC International Media Group and the TodayTV channel are the lead co-organizers, together with Together Growth Co., Ltd. The Vietnam side handles content, production, organization, communications and broadcasting, in coordination with the Thai organizing team. Nominees and partners can reach the organizers through the registration and contact pages.

The awards honor individuals, organizations and brands with achievements in the arts, entertainment and business, and contributions to culture and community. Nominees include artists, actors, singers, models, influencers and organizations making a positive social impact. Nominees are shortlisted by the organizers, then reviewed by the Jury Committee.

The central organizing team and the Vietnam local production team jointly propose a longlist for the Jury Committee. An awardee must receive more than 50% approval votes from the full Jury Committee, and judges must not have direct family ties or business interests with nominees. The recruitment and selection process begins 6 to 7 months before the award ceremony.

Awards are judged on the outstandingness, success and positive impact of the work within the year, together with efficiency and public popularity. An awardee must win more than 50% of the Jury Committee votes. The organizers also consider each nominee's availability to attend the ceremony.

Asia Top Awards 2026 is held within the Thailand - Vietnam Business and Cultural Exchange Day 2026, themed "Growing Together: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Thailand - Vietnam Diplomatic Relations", with the professional patronage of the Vietnam Cultural Industry Development Association (VCIDA).