Thailand

2009-08-24 16:51 BJT

Special Report: Asia Pacific |

Profile of Thailand

Flag Emblem

Anthem: Phleng Chat Thai

Royal anthem: Phleng Sansoen Phra Barami

Location of Thailand (green) in Southeast Asia (dark grey) — [Legend]

Capital

(and largest city) Bangkok1

13°45′N 100°29′E / 13.75°N 100.483°E / 13.75; 100.483

Official languages Thai

Demonym Thai

Government Parliamentary democracy and Constitutional monarchy

- King Bhumibol Adulyadej

- Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva