Outline of Thailand

Although a constitutional system was established in 1932, the monarchy and military have continued to intervene periodically in politics.

Thailand experienced rapid economic growth between 1985 and 1996, becoming a newly industrialized country and a major exporter.

Its large population and growing economic influence have made it a middle power in the region and around the world.

The heartland of Thailand is the Chao Phraya River Valley, where the original inhabitants were Mon-speaking people.

Although the people of this area have largely adopted Thai culture, there is still a mixture of many Tai-Kadai, Khmer, and Cambodian speakers.