On the 4th of August 2014, at 3:00 PM, H.E. Mr. Maris Sangiampongsa, Ambassador of Thailand, Mr. Monsak Jangariyawong, First Secretary, and Ms. Venus Asawapoom, Second Secretary, attended the opening ceremony of ASEAN Exhibition, Southeast Asian Art and Culture: Ideas, Forms and Societies on the occasion of 40th anniversary ASEAN – Australia relation. The exhibition showcases cultural items from Southeast Asian countries such as traditional costumes, appliances, and musical instruments. 60  governmental agents and leading Australian private sectors attended the opening ceremony.