Building Bridges Between Austin & Chiang Mai
Fostering friendship, cultural exchange, and mutual prosperity between our two vibrant cities through citizen diplomacy since 2023.
OUR FOCUS AREAS
Connecting Austin & Chiang Mai through shared goals
We collaborate in education, culture, economic development, law enforcement, and technology to strengthen ties between our communities.
OUR PARTNERSHIP
190 Years of Friendship
The U.S. and Thailand share the oldest diplomatic relationship in the Asia-Pacific, dating back to the 1833 Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Our sister city partnership builds on this historic foundation.
Citizen Diplomacy
Building lasting friendships between Austin and Chiang Mai residents.
Mutual Prosperity
Supporting trade, business, and economic opportunities in both cities.
Cultural Exchange
Sharing arts, music, festivals, and traditions between communities.
Innovation & Tech
Collaborating on clean energy, smart cities, and technology solutions.
GET INVOLVED
Volunteer. Participate. Connect our cities.
190
YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP
13
SISTER CITIES
5
FOCUS AREAS
VOICES FROM OUR PARTNERSHIP
Connecting Communities Through Citizen Diplomacy
Hear from community members and leaders about the impact of our Austin-Chiang Mai partnership.
This partnership opens doors for our students to experience Thai culture firsthand and builds lasting international connections.
The collaboration between Austin and Chiang Mai creates real opportunities for cultural understanding and economic growth.
Join Us
Become part of our sister city community
Connect with like-minded people, participate in cultural events, and help strengthen the bond between Austin and Chiang Mai.
HOW WE WORK
Connecting communities through collaboration and mutual understanding
Economic Development
Supporting trade, startups, and business opportunities between Austin and Chiang Mai.
Education
Faculty exchanges, student programs, and research collaboration between universities.
Join Us
Connect at our upcoming events
Join us at cultural festivals, networking mixers, educational workshops, and community celebrations throughout the year.
4
Dec
Passport to the World Festival
23
Dec
SXSW Cultural Exchange
Our Mission
Building lasting connections between Austin and Chiang Mai
We promote peace, friendship, and mutual understanding between our two vibrant cities through citizen diplomacy.