Population:

65 million.

Capital:

Bangkok, (7.79 million people)

Major Cities:

North: Chiang Mai; South: Songkhla; Central Plains: Ayutthaya and Chonburi; Northeast: Nakhon Ratchasima, Khon Kaen. 

National Flag:

Thailand's national flag comprises five horizontal bands of red, white, and blue. The central blue band of the Thai flag represents the Monarchy. It is hemmed by two white bands (religion) and two red bands (the nation). 

Government:

Constitutional Monarchy with a multi-party National Assembly and an independent Judiciary. The National Assembly or Parliament comprises two houses: the House of Representatives and the Senate. Citizens elect members of political parties to the House of Representatives; the political parties form a majority government and select a Prime Minister. Voters also elect Senators.

Economy:

GDP -per capita $8,300
GDP composition by sector - agriculture 9.3%, industry 38.7%, services 52% 
Exports $102.3 billion 
Imports $100.9 billion 
Foreign exchange reserves $53.7 billion

Climate:

Warm and humid, a tropical country with monsoonal climate. High temperatures in March and April average of 28 degrees Celsius to 38 degrees Celsius. Humidity averages between 82.8 percent to 73 percent.

Seasons:

Dry: March to May; Rainy: June to October; Cool: November to February.

 Language:

The national and official language is Thai. English is widely spoken and understood in major cities, particularly in Bangkok.

Business Hours:

Government and business offices are open from 8:30 to 16:30 hours, Monday to Friday.

Electricity:

220 volts 50 cycles throughout the country.

Banks:

The country's central bank is the Bank of Thailand. Major Thai commercial banks include the Bangkok Bank, Siam Commercial Bank, Krung Thai Bank, and Kasikorn Bank. Banking hours are 08:30 - 15:30 hours, Monday to Friday. Several international banks also have offices in Thailand.

Currency:

The Baht is the standard currency unit. 1 Baht = 100 satangs. Bank Notes:  20, 50, 100, 500, 1,000 baht. Coins: 1, 2, 5, and 10 baht.

Newspaper & Media:

There are over 100 radio stations in Bangkok. All are state-owned but private companies are given air time concessions for their programmes. Broadcasting is done in both Thai and English, with news broadcasting every hour. There are over 20 Thai morning dailies in Bangkok. Some of the leading Thai papers include Thai Rath, Daily News, Siam Rath, Matichon, Naew Na, Siam Post, Ban Muang, Krung Thep Turakij, Wattachak and the Manager. Two major English-language dailies are the Bangkok Post and The Nation. There are numerous English-language magazines and local publications in Japanese, Chinese and other European languages. Many major international newspapers, magazines and books are also widely available.

There are 6 general television stations, Channels 3, 5, 7, 9 ,11 and TITV broadcast local variety shows, newscasts and live coverage of special events. Cable TV is also available by subscription.

There are over 100 radio stations in Bangkok. All are state-owned but private companies are given air time concessions for their programmes. Broadcasting is done in both Thai and English, with news broadcasting every hour.

Thailand's freedom of the press is considered the strongest in Southeast Asia as evidenced by hundreds of Thai-language publications on virtually every subject.

Health and Medical Facilities:

Bangkok has numerous clinics and hospitals catering to a variety of needs. Major public and private hospitals are equipped with the latest medical technology and internationally qualified specialists. Almost all pharmaceuticals are widely available.