Thailand

  • It is the only country in the region not colonized by Europe.
  • It is slightly larger than twice the size of Wyoming.
  • It is bordered by Burma, Cambodia, Laos, and Malaysia.
  • Bangkok is the capital.
  • Thai is the official language. Burmese is also spoken.
  • The population is 67,741,401.
  • The official religion is Buddhism (93.6%), followed by 4.9% Muslim, and 1.2% Christian
  • Approximately 600,000 people live with HIV/AIDS.
  • As of 2006, approximately 818,399 children (8% of the child population) lives in a child labor situation.
  • With nearly two million people estimated to be forced into prostitution, it has become one of the most popular places for sex tourism.