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Thailand is a Southeast Asian country celebrated for its tropical beaches, ornate temples, and a rich cultural heritage that blends ancient traditions with modern influences. It has a population of 71.7 million, a population growth rate of -0.05%, and a median age of 39.66 years.

Its history includes the legacy of the Siamese kingdom, never colonized by European powers, and a vibrant tradition of art, cuisine, and festivals.

Today, Thailand is known for its warm hospitality, dynamic tourism industry, and a society that skillfully preserves its traditional customs while embracing contemporary development.

Its capital city is Bangkok.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Thailand improved by 5.6% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Thailand improved by 5.5% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Thailand improved by 79.8% from 2022 to 2023

General Government Debt in Thailand worsened by 1.8% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Thailand improved by 0.3% from 2020 to 2021

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Thailand improved by 1.5% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Thailand improved by 3.6% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Thailand worsened by 7.3% from 2020 to 2021

World Happiness Report in Thailand improved by 3.5% from 2023 to 2024

Freedom in the World in Thailand worsened by 5.6% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Thailand improved by 0.3% from 2022 to 2023

PISA Scores (Reading) in Thailand worsened by 3.6% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Math) in Thailand worsened by 6.0% from 2018 to 2022

PISA Scores (Science) in Thailand worsened by 4.0% from 2018 to 2022

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Thailand worsened by 2.8% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Thailand worsened by 8.9% from 2022 to 2023

Government Effectiveness in Thailand improved by 34.7% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Thailand improved by 28.2% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Thailand improved by 271.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Thailand improved by 27.4% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Thailand improved by 2.9% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Thailand worsened by 2.1% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Thailand worsened by 9.1% from 2020 to 2021