Thailand

Country Thailand
Capital Bangkok
Continent Asia
Currency Baht(THB)
Languages Thai

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Introduction

A unified Thai kingdom was established in the mid-14th century. Known as Siam until 1939, Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country never to have been taken over by a European power. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy. In alliance with Japan during World War II, Thailand became a US treaty ally following the conflict. A military coup in September 2006 ousted then Prime Minister THAKSIN Chinnawat. The interim government held elections in December 2007 that saw the former pro-THAKSIN People's Power Party (PPP) emerge at the head of a coalition government. The anti-THAKSIN People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) in May 2008 began street demonstrations against the new government, eventually occupying the prime minister's office in August and Bangkok's two international airports in November. The PAD ended their protests in early December 2008 following a court ruling that dissolved the ruling PPP and two other coalition parties for election violations. The Democrat Party then formed a new coalition government and ABHISIT Wetchachiwa became prime minister. In October 2008 THAKSIN went into voluntary exile to avoid imprisonment for a corruption conviction, and has since agitated his followers from abroad. THAKSIN supporters re-organized into the United Front for Democracy Against Dictatorship (UDD) and rioted in April 2009, shutting down an ASEAN meeting in Phuket, and in early 2010 protested a court verdict confiscating most of THAKSIN's wealth. Since January 2004, thousands have been killed as separatists in Thailand's southern ethnic Malay-Muslim provinces increased the violence associated with their cause.

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Thai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge - BBCThai-Cambodia conflict: A fierce war of words keeps the two countries on edge  BBC

Thailand’s former leader acquitted in royal insult case, but the list of those ensnared by lese majeste laws keeps growing - CNNThailand’s former leader acquitted in royal insult case, but the list of those ensnared by lese majeste laws keeps growing  CNN

Verdict due for Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case - Al JazeeraVerdict due for Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case  Al Jazeera

Thailand's Shinawatra Dynasty Faces Court Verdicts That Could Shake Politics - NDTVThailand's Shinawatra Dynasty Faces Court Verdicts That Could Shake Politics  NDTV

Thailand Plans Free Domestic Flights For Indians And Other International Tourists From September - NDTVThailand Plans Free Domestic Flights For Indians And Other International Tourists From September  NDTV

Thailand proposes to fund free domestic flights to international tourists - The Economic TimesThailand proposes to fund free domestic flights to international tourists  The Economic Times

Thailand Launches Exclusive Programme Offering Free Round-Trip Domestic Tickets To Global Visitors - Outlook TravellerThailand Launches Exclusive Programme Offering Free Round-Trip Domestic Tickets To Global Visitors  Outlook Traveller

Five drug mules returning via Bengaluru after Thailand holiday nabbed by DRI with 72 kg of hydroponic ganja - The Indian ExpressFive drug mules returning via Bengaluru after Thailand holiday nabbed by DRI with 72 kg of hydroponic ganja  The Indian Express

Strong blocking propels Thailand to opening-match success - Volleyball WorldStrong blocking propels Thailand to opening-match success  Volleyball World

Thailand’s Caution Rings True As Pakistan Bets On China’s Unproven Hangor-Class Submarines - Zee NewsThailand’s Caution Rings True As Pakistan Bets On China’s Unproven Hangor-Class Submarines  Zee News

Tropical depression to bring heavy rains to Thailand from August 24-27 - Nation ThailandTropical depression to bring heavy rains to Thailand from August 24-27  Nation Thailand

Netflix Unveils Impact Report for Thailand Highlighting a $200-Million Investment in Local Production - VarietyNetflix Unveils Impact Report for Thailand Highlighting a $200-Million Investment in Local Production  Variety

Mastermind of $29 million hacking ring extradited from Thailand, BTS' Jungkook among victims - The Korea TimesMastermind of $29 million hacking ring extradited from Thailand, BTS' Jungkook among victims  The Korea Times

Thailand Revokes Nearly 10,000 Student Visas for Non-Compliance - Khaosod EnglishThailand Revokes Nearly 10,000 Student Visas for Non-Compliance  Khaosod English

Typhoon Kajiki set to impact Thailand, northern provinces brace for heavy rainfall - Nation ThailandTyphoon Kajiki set to impact Thailand, northern provinces brace for heavy rainfall  Nation Thailand

Court clears Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case - Al JazeeraCourt clears Thailand’s ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case  Al Jazeera

Thailand is planning to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists - Euronews.comThailand is planning to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists  Euronews.com

Cambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments - chinadailyasia.comCambodia, Thailand reaffirm ceasefire commitments  chinadailyasia.com

Not Tourism Or Massage Parlours, This Is Thailand's Biggest Revenue Source - News18Not Tourism Or Massage Parlours, This Is Thailand's Biggest Revenue Source  News18

Thailand Launches 6 Strategies To IP Framework, Innovation, And Trade - Trademark - Thailand - MondaqThailand Launches 6 Strategies To IP Framework, Innovation, And Trade - Trademark - Thailand  Mondaq

Thailand’s Tourist Arrivals Down on Competition, Safety Concerns - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThailand’s Tourist Arrivals Down on Competition, Safety Concerns  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Investing $200M in Thai Storytelling: Netflix Drives Impact Across Local Creative Talent and Economy - About NetflixInvesting $200M in Thai Storytelling: Netflix Drives Impact Across Local Creative Talent and Economy  About Netflix

Thailand Unveils Coordinated Efforts To Energize Domestic Consumption While Promoting Tourism Sector Growth Before Year-End - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Unveils Coordinated Efforts To Energize Domestic Consumption While Promoting Tourism Sector Growth Before Year-End  Travel And Tour World

Netherlands beat Sweden in Thailand 2025’s first five-set battle - Volleyball WorldNetherlands beat Sweden in Thailand 2025’s first five-set battle  Volleyball World

STRONG BLOCKING PROPELS THAILAND TO OPENING-MATCH SUCCESS - Asian Volleyball ConfederationSTRONG BLOCKING PROPELS THAILAND TO OPENING-MATCH SUCCESS  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Thailand Post halts US parcels after Trump scraps de minimis exemption - Nation ThailandThailand Post halts US parcels after Trump scraps de minimis exemption  Nation Thailand

Thailand Plans Extensive Economic Measures Including Tax Reductions and Tourism Support to Ensure Strong Year-End Growth and Market Stability - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Plans Extensive Economic Measures Including Tax Reductions and Tourism Support to Ensure Strong Year-End Growth and Market Stability  Travel And Tour World

Tourism Minister proposes THB 700 million budget for free domestic flights - Nation ThailandTourism Minister proposes THB 700 million budget for free domestic flights  Nation Thailand

Thongchai Winichakul on the Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThongchai Winichakul on the Cambodia-Thailand Border Conflict  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Thailand submits evidence of Cambodian landmine use to Ottawa Convention committee in Geneva - Nation ThailandThailand submits evidence of Cambodian landmine use to Ottawa Convention committee in Geneva  Nation Thailand

US tariffs: Thailand concerned over localization requirements - TheinvestorUS tariffs: Thailand concerned over localization requirements  Theinvestor

France, Spain, United States, China, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, Thailand, Germany, and United Kingdom Shine As The Ultimate Epic Destinations Driving 2025 Tourism Surge - Travel And Tour WorldFrance, Spain, United States, China, Italy, Turkey, Mexico, Thailand, Germany, and United Kingdom Shine As The Ultimate Epic Destinations Driving 2025 Tourism Surge  Travel And Tour World

Thailand plans measures to boost consumption and tourism - The Economic TimesThailand plans measures to boost consumption and tourism  The Economic Times

Thailand to Offer Free Domestic Flights to 200,000 International Arrivals - Laotian TimesThailand to Offer Free Domestic Flights to 200,000 International Arrivals  Laotian Times

Thailand gets 4,200 battery-swappable electric trucks - electrive.comThailand gets 4,200 battery-swappable electric trucks  electrive.com

Thailand women’s volleyball team defeat Egypt in World Championship opener - Nation ThailandThailand women’s volleyball team defeat Egypt in World Championship opener  Nation Thailand

Thailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says - ReutersThailand turning to Sri Lankan workers to cope with Cambodian exodus, official says  Reuters

Thailand: Court acquits Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case - BBCThailand: Court acquits Thaksin Shinawatra in royal insult case  BBC

Thailand Unveils 200,000 Free Flights for International Tourists – Unlock Hidden Gems and Experience the Magic This Autumn! - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Unveils 200,000 Free Flights for International Tourists – Unlock Hidden Gems and Experience the Magic This Autumn!  Travel And Tour World

Thaksin Shinawatra, Former Thai Premier, Cleared of Insulting Monarchy - The New York TimesThaksin Shinawatra, Former Thai Premier, Cleared of Insulting Monarchy  The New York Times

Thailand plans to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists - The IndependentThailand plans to give away thousands of free domestic flights to tourists  The Independent

Rajasthan’s Manika Vishwakarma beats 48 contestants to represent India at Miss Universe in Thailand - DD NewsRajasthan’s Manika Vishwakarma beats 48 contestants to represent India at Miss Universe in Thailand  DD News

Thailand Construction Equipment Market Report 2025-2030 - - GlobeNewswireThailand Construction Equipment Market Report 2025-2030 -  GlobeNewswire

Thailand court dismisses royal defamation case against ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra - ANI NewsThailand court dismisses royal defamation case against ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra  ANI News

Thailand former PM cleared of royal insult charge but Shinawatra dynasty’s fate still hangs in balance - The GuardianThailand former PM cleared of royal insult charge but Shinawatra dynasty’s fate still hangs in balance  The Guardian

Thailand’s Digital Tourist Wallet Rolls Out, With Crypto Link Still Stuck in Sandbox - CoinDeskThailand’s Digital Tourist Wallet Rolls Out, With Crypto Link Still Stuck in Sandbox  CoinDesk

ZUS Coffee makes Thailand debut with two stores in Bangkok - World Coffee PortalZUS Coffee makes Thailand debut with two stores in Bangkok  World Coffee Portal

Xpeng launches facelifted G6 SUV in Thailand - CnEVPostXpeng launches facelifted G6 SUV in Thailand  CnEVPost

Vietnam emerges as Asia’s rising economy, warning signs it may overtake Thailand on all fronts - Nation ThailandVietnam emerges as Asia’s rising economy, warning signs it may overtake Thailand on all fronts  Nation Thailand

Thailand Emerges As The Top Destination For Female Digital Nomads, Beating Malaysia And Indonesia For Safety And Security - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Emerges As The Top Destination For Female Digital Nomads, Beating Malaysia And Indonesia For Safety And Security  Travel And Tour World

Thailand's 'Land Bridge' Project Gets Green Light to Transform Global Trade - Nation ThailandThailand's 'Land Bridge' Project Gets Green Light to Transform Global Trade  Nation Thailand

The Best Online Casinos in Thailand 2025 - Esports InsiderThe Best Online Casinos in Thailand 2025  Esports Insider

Thailand to launch crypto-to-baht conversion for foreign tourists - ReutersThailand to launch crypto-to-baht conversion for foreign tourists  Reuters

India Elected as Chairman of AIBD Executive Board at 23rd General Conference in Thailand - Kashmir DespatchIndia Elected as Chairman of AIBD Executive Board at 23rd General Conference in Thailand  Kashmir Despatch

Llangollen teens start year-long cycle to Thailand - BBCLlangollen teens start year-long cycle to Thailand  BBC

South Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia Strengthen China Travel Links Through Multi-City NIHAO CHINA 2025 Initiative: You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldSouth Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia Strengthen China Travel Links Through Multi-City NIHAO CHINA 2025 Initiative: You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Rs 2-crore extortion call from Thailand foiled: 3 men held in Delhi for impersonating gangster Himanshu B - The Times of IndiaRs 2-crore extortion call from Thailand foiled: 3 men held in Delhi for impersonating gangster Himanshu B  The Times of India

Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia: Top Destinations for European Travelers Seeking Wellness and Authentic Experiences in Summer 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldThailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan, Indonesia: Top Destinations for European Travelers Seeking Wellness and Authentic Experiences in Summer 2025  Travel And Tour World

Taiwan Excellence Pavilion to Showcase Smart Medical Innovations at Medical Fair Thailand 2025 - Nation ThailandTaiwan Excellence Pavilion to Showcase Smart Medical Innovations at Medical Fair Thailand 2025  Nation Thailand

Anti-dumping duty to be imposed on liquid epoxy resins imports from China, Thailand, Taiwan and other countries - Zee BusinessAnti-dumping duty to be imposed on liquid epoxy resins imports from China, Thailand, Taiwan and other countries  Zee Business

‘The Thailand of Europe’: foreigners live holiday dreams in Greece but locals priced out - The Guardian‘The Thailand of Europe’: foreigners live holiday dreams in Greece but locals priced out  The Guardian

Thailand accuses Cambodia of planting landmines after soldier injured - Al JazeeraThailand accuses Cambodia of planting landmines after soldier injured  Al Jazeera

Thailand’s Market Reacts to Foreign Investment in Tourism and Cyclical Sectors Amid Political Uncertainty, New Update - Travel And Tour WorldThailand’s Market Reacts to Foreign Investment in Tourism and Cyclical Sectors Amid Political Uncertainty, New Update  Travel And Tour World

Thailand Selects Cannes Prize Winner ‘A Useful Ghost’ as Oscar Entry - VarietyThailand Selects Cannes Prize Winner ‘A Useful Ghost’ as Oscar Entry  Variety

Thailand Sets The Stage For Explosive Tourism Growth With THB 700 Million Domestic Flight Program In 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Sets The Stage For Explosive Tourism Growth With THB 700 Million Domestic Flight Program In 2025  Travel And Tour World

Thailand’s Largest Urban Roof Park to Open at Dusit Central Park - Branding in AsiaThailand’s Largest Urban Roof Park to Open at Dusit Central Park  Branding in Asia

CULines Launches New JCT Service Connecting Japan, China, and Thailand - LM - Logistics ManagerCULines Launches New JCT Service Connecting Japan, China, and Thailand  LM - Logistics Manager

Thailand to Allow Foreign Tourists to Convert Crypto to Baht - Bloomberg.comThailand to Allow Foreign Tourists to Convert Crypto to Baht  Bloomberg.com

Thailand's Shinawatra dynasty faces triple court test that could upend politics - ReutersThailand's Shinawatra dynasty faces triple court test that could upend politics  Reuters

South Korea Joins Japan, Singapore, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands and Thailand in Sending a Strong Travel Warning to Rowdy Tourists With New Penalties - Travel And Tour WorldSouth Korea Joins Japan, Singapore, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands and Thailand in Sending a Strong Travel Warning to Rowdy Tourists With New Penalties  Travel And Tour World

Thailand bids on F1 race in effort to jump-start tourism - Nikkei AsiaThailand bids on F1 race in effort to jump-start tourism  Nikkei Asia

Foreign Ministry affirms Ban Nong Chan is Thai territory, cites past protests against Cambodian encroachment - Nation ThailandForeign Ministry affirms Ban Nong Chan is Thai territory, cites past protests against Cambodian encroachment  Nation Thailand

Thailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire talks after Donald Trump steps in, but border clashes persist - The HinduThailand, Cambodia agree to ceasefire talks after Donald Trump steps in, but border clashes persist  The Hindu

Netflix eyes Thailand as new content hub in Asia - Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)Netflix eyes Thailand as new content hub in Asia  Vietnam+ (VietnamPlus)

Thailand to Launch Crypto-to-Baht Sandbox to Boost Tourist Spending - Nation ThailandThailand to Launch Crypto-to-Baht Sandbox to Boost Tourist Spending  Nation Thailand

After dillydallying, Thailand proceeds with Chinese-built submarine - Defense NewsAfter dillydallying, Thailand proceeds with Chinese-built submarine  Defense News

Thailand receives 4,200 battery swap trucks from U Power, SAIC - Automotive WorldThailand receives 4,200 battery swap trucks from U Power, SAIC  Automotive World

Thailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia - Al JazeeraThailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks in Malaysia  Al Jazeera

Travel Advisory – Border Safety Measures in Place Across Eastern and Northeastern Thailand - TAT NewsroomTravel Advisory – Border Safety Measures in Place Across Eastern and Northeastern Thailand  TAT Newsroom

Bank of Thailand to limit daily transfers to 50,000 baht to curb fraud and protect consumers - Nation ThailandBank of Thailand to limit daily transfers to 50,000 baht to curb fraud and protect consumers  Nation Thailand

Political Crossroads: The Legal Peril Facing Thailand's Prime Minister - Nation ThailandPolitical Crossroads: The Legal Peril Facing Thailand's Prime Minister  Nation Thailand

Cambodia’s border conflict with Thailand poses growing economic risks, analyst warns - Nation ThailandCambodia’s border conflict with Thailand poses growing economic risks, analyst warns  Nation Thailand

Thailand, Cambodia agree to maintain peace along border - Anadolu AjansiThailand, Cambodia agree to maintain peace along border  Anadolu Ajansi

Thailand Requests Cambodia to Reduce Athlete Delegation for 33rd SEA Games Amid Safety Concerns - Laotian TimesThailand Requests Cambodia to Reduce Athlete Delegation for 33rd SEA Games Amid Safety Concerns  Laotian Times

Thailand Approves Plan to Hire Sri Lankan Migrant Workers Amid Cambodian Exodus - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThailand Approves Plan to Hire Sri Lankan Migrant Workers Amid Cambodian Exodus  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Thailand Sets the Stage for an Unforgettable FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldThailand Sets the Stage for an Unforgettable FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Championship 2025  Travel And Tour World

Thailand: Former PM Thaksin cleared of lese majeste charges - dw.comThailand: Former PM Thaksin cleared of lese majeste charges  dw.com

Chinese goods expected to flood Thailand over next three years, highest in a decade - Nation ThailandChinese goods expected to flood Thailand over next three years, highest in a decade  Nation Thailand

Thailand to launch crypto payment sandbox for tourists - CointelegraphThailand to launch crypto payment sandbox for tourists  Cointelegraph

Thailand-Cambodia conflict, India-UK trade pact and more: The week in 5 charts - The HinduThailand-Cambodia conflict, India-UK trade pact and more: The week in 5 charts  The Hindu

Curtin teaching graduate guides the next generation in Thailand - Curtin UniversityCurtin teaching graduate guides the next generation in Thailand  Curtin University

Thailand's Q2 growth beats forecast but faces slowdown in H2 on tariffs - ReutersThailand's Q2 growth beats forecast but faces slowdown in H2 on tariffs  Reuters

Thai Government Launches Crypto-to-Baht Scheme to Boost Tourism - Nation ThailandThai Government Launches Crypto-to-Baht Scheme to Boost Tourism  Nation Thailand

Experts Warn Cervical Cancer is a 'Silent Killer' in Thailand - Nation ThailandExperts Warn Cervical Cancer is a 'Silent Killer' in Thailand  Nation Thailand

Thailand Prepares to Sue Cambodian Leaders Over Border Conflict - Nation ThailandThailand Prepares to Sue Cambodian Leaders Over Border Conflict  Nation Thailand

Cambodia-Thailand Border Clashes: The Role of Supply Chains - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineCambodia-Thailand Border Clashes: The Role of Supply Chains  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Thailand sees revenue rise despite falling tourist arrivals - TTG AsiaThailand sees revenue rise despite falling tourist arrivals  TTG Asia

Thailand is Getting a Brand-New Luxury Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai - Time Out WorldwideThailand is Getting a Brand-New Luxury Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai  Time Out Worldwide

Thailand is Giving Away Thousands of Free Flights to Travellers - Time Out WorldwideThailand is Giving Away Thousands of Free Flights to Travellers  Time Out Worldwide

Thailand Skips Cambodia in International Anti-Scam Center Over Trust Issues - Khaosod EnglishThailand Skips Cambodia in International Anti-Scam Center Over Trust Issues  Khaosod English

China's Alibaba and Tencent expand foothold in Thailand - Nikkei AsiaChina's Alibaba and Tencent expand foothold in Thailand  Nikkei Asia

Thailand economy likely lost steam in second quarter on weak domestic demand: Reuters poll - ReutersThailand economy likely lost steam in second quarter on weak domestic demand: Reuters poll  Reuters

Oscars: Thailand Submits ‘A Useful Ghost’ For Best International Feature Film Race - DeadlineOscars: Thailand Submits ‘A Useful Ghost’ For Best International Feature Film Race  Deadline