Tailandia

Thailand, officially the Kingdom of Thailand and formerly known as Siam, is a country in Southeast Asia. It borders Myanmar to the north and west, Laos to the north and east, Cambodia to the southeast, and Malaysia to the south. It has coastlines on the Gulf of Thailand to the south and the Andaman Sea to the west. The capital is Bangkok, one of the most dynamic and culturally significant cities in Asia. Thai culture is a mix of indigenous, Chinese, and Indian influences, with Theravada Buddhism playing a central role in daily life. Thailand is known for its tropical beaches, opulent temples, delicious cuisine, and the welcoming smiles of its people. Thailand's economy is one of the largest in Southeast Asia, based on tourism, agriculture, exports, and a growing manufacturing sector. Thailand is the only Southeast Asian country that was never colonized by a European power, maintaining its independence through skillful diplomatic maneuvers. Population of Thailand from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 69.4 million inhabitants. 2019: Approximately 69.6 million inhabitants. 2020: Approximately 69.8 million inhabitants. Capital (Bangkok): Population in 2020: About 10.5 million inhabitants. Top 10 cities by number of inhabitants in 2020: (Figures are approximate) Bangkok: ~10.5 million Nonthaburi: ~270,000 Pak Kret: ~190,000 Hat Yai: ~160,000 Chiang Mai: ~130,000 Udon Thani: ~130,000 Khon Kaen: ~114,000 Pattaya: ~107,000 Nakhon Ratchasima: ~104,000 Surat Thani: ~128,000 Administrative Divisions: Thailand is divided into 77 provinces. Some provinces include: Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Chiang Mai, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima, Phuket, Surat Thani, Chonburi (Pattaya), Songkhla (Hat Yai), Udon Thani. GDP in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018: About $504.9 billion. 2019: About $543.6 billion. 2020: About $501.7 billion. Public deficit in millions of dollars from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. % GDP/government debt ratio from 2018 to 2020: 2018-2020: Not available. Unemployment rate % from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Approximately 1.0%. 2019: Approximately 1.0%. 2020: Approximately 1.5%. Inflation Rate from 2018 to 2020: 2018: Around 1.1%. 2019: Approximately 0.7%. 2020: Around -0.8%.