About Thailand
His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
The World's Longest Reigning Monarch Read more »
Currency
The Thai currency unit is baht. Read more »
Education
Comprises twelve years of free basic education – six years of primary and six years of secondary education. Read more »
Geography
Thailand is part of the Southeast Asian mainland. Read more »
Government
Thailand has been a constitutional monarchy since 1932. An elected governor administers the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration. Read more »
History
Thailand is one of the oldest countries of the world. Homo erectus, dated to between 1.6-0.5 million years ago, has been discovered here. Read more »
History of the Royal Anthem of Thailand
The Royal Anthem was created to honour His Majesty the King of Thailand. Read more »
Language
Thai is the national and official language, though business people usually understand English and some Chinese dialects. Read more »
International Relations
Thailand has been playing a proactive role in both bi-lateral and multi-lateral framework of cooperation. Read more »
National Flag
First introduced by King Vajiravudh (RamaVI) in 1917, the flag succeeded an earlier design that featured a white elephant on a red background. Read more »
National Symbols of Thailand
The Sala Thai (Thai Pavilion) is the country’s architectural symbol and represents the skills of Thai craftsmen. Read more »
Religion
All major religions are represented. Buddhism is practiced by the majority of the population, followed by Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism and Christianity. Read more »
Lese-Majeste: A Distinctive Character of Thai Democracy amidst the Global Democratic Movement
Lese-Majeste: A Distinctive Character of Thai Democracy amidst the Global Democratic Movement
by: Professor Dr. Borwornsak Uwanno
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