The 1996 Suntory Asian Classic was a professional ranking snooker tournament that took place between 9–15 September 1996 at the Riverside Montien Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand.

[1] Ronnie O'Sullivan won the tournament, defeating Brian Morgan 9–8 in the final.

The defending champion John Parrott was eliminated by Rod Lawler in the first round.

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