1. Land of the Free
Embassy of Thailand
Thailand, translated as “The Land of the Free,”
has been a close friend and trading partner with
the United States of America and Washington,
DC for more than 175 years; the past 61 years
of which have been under His Majesty King
Bhumibol Adulyadej’s reign.
Manufacturing
With our manufacturing sector continuing to
grow - producing an ever-widening range of prod-
ucts from apparel and electronics to hard drives
and light trucks – our production capabilities are
meeting the needs of virtually any customer look-
ing for a secure and reliable supply source.
Services
While we are often known for our hotel and
tourism industry excellence, Thailand’s medical
services sector is another rising star. We are inter-
nationally renowned for providing top level health
care for patients from all around the world, offering
routine diagnostics, streamlined procedures,
cosmetic refreshment, and short or long term care
for critically ill patients. Our U.S. certified hospitals,
internationally educated doctors and friendly, multi-
lingual staff utilize the latest medical technologies
to make treatment in Thailand a safe and cost-
effective solution for all international clientele.
Agriculture and Food
Thailand continues to be the world’s largest
exporter of jasmine rice – especially our pre-
mium Hom Mali and Pathum Thani varieties – we
are also one of the world’s premier suppliers of
shrimp/seafood, tropical fruits and other food
products. As “The World’s Kitchen” Thailand pro-
vides high quality Thai food products to the United
States, the European Union, and Africa, as well as
our neighbors throughout the Pacific region.
T hailand’s status as one of Asia’s premier destinations for both business and Thailand has enjoyed unprecedented economic growth
recreation is no secret. Thailand, translated as “The Land of the Free,” has in the past decade. We have taken great steps forward in de-
been a close friend and trading partner with the United States of America and veloping our world-class manufacturing and services sectors,
Washington, DC for more than 175 years, the past 61 years of which have been while still maintaining firm connections to our agrarian roots.
under His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s reign. While the Royal Thai Government has fostered count-
Beyond the continuing cooperation in regional political and security issues, less projects and policies to promote business and invest-
The United States continues to maintain close business ties with the Kingdom ment, we cannot forget Thailand’s most famous nickname
as Thailand’s second largest foreign investor only after Japan, with a cumulative – “The Land of Smiles.” Whether you prefer a modern urban
investment of $16 billion. nightlife, rustic jungle retreats, or sun-drenched beaches –
We remain one of the most free, open and attractive places in the world for Thailand’s endless variety caters the best to all voyagers.
the modern business person to operate, ranking 15th out of 178 economies for
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overall business friendliness in the World Bank’s Doing Business 2008 report.
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This ranking represents a rise from 18th place, which Thailand occupied in 2007.
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