Introduction
Thailand or also known as the Kingdom of Thailand is located at the center of the Indochina peninsula in Southeast Asia. Its surrounding countries are Burma, Laos, and Cambodia. The capital city of Thailand is Bangkok, and the country predominantly follows the Buddhist faith. As of 2011 Thailand was the 21st most populous country in the world, with around 64 million people. Thailand is notorious for its breathtaking scenery and famous tourist spots. However, what you might not know is that Thailand is currently facing a number of issues as a country; these issues can be summed up into three major categories: Environmental issues, Human Rights issues, and the South Thailand Insurgency. Each one of these issues is hurting
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However, this isn’t the main contributor to Thailand’s deforestation issue. According to Phillip Hirsch’s article, “Deforestation and Development in Thailand”, Hirsch states, “in the past, forest cover in Thailand has been greatly reduced as the Thai people convert forested land for agriculture, such as slash-and-burn agriculture. For example, forest cover fell drastically from 53% in 1961 to 25% in 1998; and more rice fields and urban sprawls have been converted from what were originally wetlands” (Hirsch, 129).
Lastly the most critical environmental problem Thailand is facing is water pollution. Not only is Thailand subject to drought, but Thailand’s water resources are constantly being polluted by waste water. This is a big concern because it basically means the Thai people have virtually no clean drinking water. According to the report “Environmental & Natural Resource Economics”, “Water Pollution results in typhoid, dysentery, hepatitis, trachoma, hookworm, and diarrhea. In 1999, the hospitalization rates were: Typhoid — 4,000 people, Dysentery — 7,000 people, and Diarrhea — 95,000 people” (Tietenberg and Lewis, 464).
As of today the Thai government has done its best to help these severe environmental situations. When it comes to the air pollution and deforestation issues, just like the majority of the world, there is not
14: Public Health Issues: The current environmental problems pose a lot of risk to health of humans, and animals. Dirty water is the biggest health risk of the world and poses threat to the quality of life and public health. Run-off to rivers carries along toxins, chemicals and disease carrying organisms. Pollutants cause respiratory disease like Asthma and cardiac-vascular problems. High temperatures encourage the spread of infectious diseases like
When you think of problems in the world today, water pollution isn’t one that would normally come up. In fact it is one of the worst problems in the world today. Water pollution, by definition, is the contamination of streams, lakes, underground water, bays, or oceans by any substances harmful to living things. All living things contain water and most need water to survive, so water pollution is a big problem. If severe, the pollution can kill off birds, fish, and any animals that use the water source. In some cases even killing an entire species.
Thailand is located on the Indochina Peninsula and was named Thailand in 1939. It is 198,117 square miles, about twice the size of Wyoming. Tree-covered mountains cover the northern portion and the southern portion is dense rainforest. The middle land is mostly flat farmland. The weather is mainly hot and humid, only the mountains will get much cold weather, and it only experiences three seasons spring, summer, and fall. Thailand has a population of 68,414,135 and almost half of that lives in rural areas. Those who live in urban areas are commonly located in the largest city and capital, Bangkok. The population is also approximately 95% Buddhist with a small amount of Muslim and Christian. Thailand is a constitutional monarchy, ruled by King Vajiralongkorn and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha. The United States
The economic boom of 1977 to 1997 had a dramatic impact on Thailand’s northern villages. While the center of the country, Bangkok, was rapidly industrializing, the north fell behind. Due to a lack of income and resources, the north had to watch the
The country of Thailand is an emerging nation in the globalized world. Over the past two decades, the country has experienced a multitude of changes in the political, economic and international arenas. As a nation, it has survived the economic crisis of 1997, the tsunami of 2004, the government coup in 2006, the flooding of 2011 and is preparing for a change in the views of the nation with the demise of their king. The AIDS explosion in the late eighties and early nineties seems to have targeted the country and the sex industry placing Thailand on the map for many of the wrong reasons. As Thailand continues to confront its own
On December 8, 1941, Japanese and Thai troops clashed on the Isthmus of Kra, Bangkok. This involved Thailand in World War II (“History of Thailand”). Since 1932 Thailand has had a constitutional monarchy. The people elect both the senators and representatives from the house of representatives (The Thailand Specialist).
Ultimate Thai nugs are tied to the sticks using stringy fibers pulled from the cannabis plant itself. After being secured, these nugs are often dipped in hash oil for added potency. Ultimate Thai cannabis strain has a sweet tropical flavor accented by a pungent skunky exhale that’s just a little spicy. The aroma is sweet and floral with a fruity effect that quickly takes a spicy pungent turn as the nugs are burned.
Economic Considerations: Thailand is great developing country because of the smart economic policies but political environment is not stable so there is effect for investors to pay attention much to invest.
Rainforest loss and deforestation is a problem that has been around for decades but it continues to worsen. A report from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), says that all types of forests form around 30 percent of our world (Deforestation). Forests are home to millions of our animal and insect species that keep our world diverse. The forests that are being destroyed are also the growing grounds for millions of plants and trees. There are many pros and cons to deforestation, but the problems outweigh the good by far. Many other issues are starting arise from deforestation and people are always working to find new solutions to help rebuild our forests and save the animals and plants.
Personally, I wouldn't want to live in Thailand. According to the Editorial Board, the government has been “aggressively” attempting to shape the minds of young Thais and their perceptions of the public. The Thais Education Ministry has been instructing the students to write their behaviors and attitudes in a merit passport. I would not like this circumstance because I don't like sharing my thoughts or reasoning behind the things I say with anyone.
Thailand is, an independent country, located in southwest Asia and is considered a tropical country. The capital is Bangkok and is also the largest city within Thailand. It is the 51th largest country in the world with a surface area of 513,000 km2 (198,000 sq mi). “In the Thai language, the full name of the city is Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit. The lengthy name is usually shortened to "Krung Thep Mahanakorn," or "Krung Thep", which means "City of Angels".” Within Thailand there are 63 million people making Thailand
There are many causes/factors to deforestation, which are largely associated with direct human influence. The first proximate cause to deforestation is infrastructure expansion (Geist & Lambin, 2002, p. 144). This refers to transportation (roads), private and public markets, rural and urban settlements, and private and public services (water lines, oil exploitation, etc…) (Geist & Lambin, 2002, p. 144). The next cause is agricultural expansion, which includes, large or small-scale cultivations, shifting cultivations (slash and burn), and, of course, cattle ranching. Wood extractions for industrial and domestic purposes are other proximate causes to this issue.
Thailand may be overcrowded with tourists, but it has thousands of fascinating locations that make it the perfect holiday destination. When you say Thailand, you automatically think about beachside bungalows, luxury spa retreats, white sand beaches, and crystal clear water. However, this country means more than that. Thailand is about wild nature, diversity, tuk tuks, monks, temples, communism, astonishing views, markets, craziness, diving, street vendors, giant Buddhas and the list can easily go on.
And Thai government should improve standard legal and institutional framework, enhancement of good governance and transparency, capacity building, ensuring fair competition, balanced liberalization and sustainable development, full participation of the host economy
Improving the value of exports is the primary goal of Thailand’s international trade policy. The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Economic Community (AEC) was established as an effective cooperative strategy for gaining market advantages through regional market integration. Thailand aims to capitalize on trade agreements by networking and entering partnership with neighboring countries. Currently, Thailand’s cross-border trade in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) plays a crucial role in globalization, because it facilitates rapid and convenient trade and investment. Countries seek new export markets to disperse the risk of domestic market concentration, as evidenced by the economic recessions affecting