Thailand

THAILAND ‘The Free Land’

orm of Government: Constitutional Monarchy opulation: 65,905,410 Religion: Buddhism, Muslim, Christianity anguage: Thai, English, Mandarin, Isa GDP: $272.1 Billion abor Force: 37.78 Million

-Tin - natural gas

- rubber -

tungsten - tantalum - lead - gypsum - fluorite

- timber - fish - lignite - land

Mining and minerals - Major minerals include fluorite, gypsum, lead, lignite, natural gas, rubber, tantalum, tin and tungsten - Tin mining industry has declined sharply since 1985 - As of 2008, the main mineral export was gypsum. -In September 2003 , the government relaxed severe restrictions on mining by foreign companies and reduced mineral royalties payable to the state - 2nd largest exporter of gypsum - In 2003, it produced more than 40 types of minerals but 80% were consumed domestically

Land - In 1985, Thailand officially designated 25% of the nation’s land area for protected forests and 15% for timber production - Protected forests have been set aside for conservation and recreation while production forests are available for forestry industry

MAIN INDUSTRIES  Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing  Mining  Industry and Manufacturing  Services  Tourism  Banking and Finance

MAIN INDUSTRIES Agriculture, forestry, and fishing  Rice is the country's most important crop, leading exporter  Other agricultural commodities produced in significant amounts include fish and fishery products, tapioca, rubber, grain, and sugar  Exports of industrially processed foods such as canned tuna, pineapples, and frozen shrimp are on the rise.  In 1985 Thailand officially designated 25 percent of the nation's land area for protected forests and 15 percent for timber production Rice plantations in the rural areas of Bangkok

MAIN INDUSTRIES Mining -world’s 2nd largest tungsten producer - world’s 3rd largest tin producer -As of 2008, the main mineral export was gypsum, 2nd largest exporter -a rich source of sapphire, ruby, zircon, garnet, beryl, quartz, and jade, and gems and jewelry were a large export item in terms of value -In September 2003 , the government relaxed severe restrictions on mining by foreign companies and reduced mineral royalties payable to the state - In 2003, it produced more than 40 types of minerals but 80% were consumed domestically

MAIN INDUSTRIES • Industry and manufacturing –Industry expanded at an average annual rate of 3.4 percent during the 1995–2005 period – The most important subsector of industry is manufacturing – Thailand is becoming a center of automobile manufacturing for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) market – light manufacturing such as jewelry and electric appliances, computers and parts, integrated circuits, furniture, plastics,

MAIN INDUSTRIES • Services – In 2007 the services sector, which ranges from tourism to banking and finance, contributed 44.7% of gross domestic product and employed 37 percent of the Tourism  workforce.

 The tourism industry in Thailand truly took off when US soldiers started to arrive in the 1960s for Rest and Recuperation (R&R) during the Vietnam war period  has been receiving increased competition ever since Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam opened up to international tourism in the 1980s and 90s

 Tourism makes a larger contribution to Thailand's economy than that of any other Asian nation

MAIN INDUSTRIES  Tourism

 actively targeting niche markets such as golf holidays, or holidays combined with medical treatment  The present monetary crisis, the 2008–2009 Thai political crisis and the 2009 flu pandemic have had a very negative impact on foreign tourism to Thailand.  Thai government proposed a support package to combat the tourism crisis, amounting to 5 billion Thai baht spread over a 5 year period  Thai strategy – giving visitors a worry-free vacation while enjoying all the value and charm of Thailand  AMAZING THAILAND, AMAZING VALUE

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THAILAND, AMAZING VALUE

New Year’s Day ( from April 13, it was changed to January 1

MAIN INDUSTRIES • Banking and Finance - The banking industry in Thailand forms an essential segment of the nation's financial services industry - the Asian financial crisis in 1997-1998 was triggered by dangerous levels of nonperforming assets in Thai banks - free up the Bank of Thailand to focus on monetary policy - the Thai government is attempting to strengthen the financial sector through the consolidation of commercial, state-owned, and foreign-owned institutions - the government provides tax breaks to financial institutions that engage in mergers and acquisitions

EXPORTS $178.4 billion f.o.b. (2008 est.) country comparison to the world: 26 Exports - commodities: textiles and footwear, fishery products, rice, rubber, jewelry, automobiles, computers and electrical appliances Exports - partners: US 12.6%, Japan 11.9%, China 9.7%, Singapore 6.3%, Hong Kong 5.7%, Malaysia 5.1%

EXPORTS - Japan is almost near to becoming Thailand's largest export

destination, giving credits to tariff cuts under the JapanThailand Economic Partnership Agreement (JTEPA) - Recovery from the financial crisis depended heavily on increased exports to the rest of Asia and the United States - Thailand has joined the ranks of the world's top ten automobile exporting nations - Thailand's implementation of more outward-oriented policies, which include placing export and domestic sectors on a more equal footing, have created a more open economy and have increased the exposure of Thailand's industry to international competition

IMPORTS Imports: $179 billion f.o.b. (2008 est.) country comparison to the world: 25 Imports - commodities:

capital goods, intermediate goods and raw materials, consumer goods, fuels, oil Imports - partners: Japan 20.3%, China 11.6%, US 6.8%, Malaysia 6.2%, UAE 4.9%, Singapore 4.5%, Taiwan 4.1% (2007)

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Japan-Thailand Economic Partnership Agreement (JTEPA) member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the Cairns Group of agricultural exporters art of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) has actively pursued free trade agreements, a China-Thailand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) commenced in October 2003. This agreement was limited to agricultural products, with a more comprehensive FTA to be agreed upon by 2010 Thailand also has a limited Free Trade Agreement with India, which commenced in 2003; and a comprehensive AustraliaThailand Free Trade Agreement which started 1 January 2005. Thailand started free trade negotiations with Japan in February 2004, and an in-principle agreement was agreed in September 2005. Negotiations for a US-Thailand Free Trade Agreement are underway, with the fifth round of meetings held in November 2005.

HISTORY

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10th century AD

S outhern China • States:

S outheast Asia

Tai- Lao speaking people

Sukhothai, Chiangsaen and Chiangmai as Lanna Kingdom , Ayutthaya kingdom

 19th and early 20th centuries

European colonial powers  Thailand survived as the only Southeast Asian state to avoid colonial rule 

**After the end of the absolute monarchy in 1932, Thailand endured sixty years of almost permanent military rule before the establishment of a democratic elected-government system

HISTORY  Post-1973 • King and General Prem Tinsulanonda – Monarchy • Difficult and sometimes bloody transition from military to civilian rule

• Revolution of 1973 • Inaugurated a brief, unstable period of democracy, with military rule being reimposed after the 6 October 1976 Massacre.

• 1980s •

Thailand was ruled by Prem, a democratically-inclined strongman who restored parliamentary politics

HISTORY  2001 onwards • The populist Thai Rak Thai party, led by prime minister

Thaksin Shinawatra, came to power • Attacked by several charges:  human right abuse  suppression of freedom press  conflict of interest  anti- monarchy  corruption • Mid-2005  Sonthi Limthongkul • the foremost Thaksin's critic • founded an opposition mass movement called 'the People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD)

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September 19, 2006 after the dissolution of the parliament, Thaksin then became the provisional government

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Lieutenant General Sonthi Boonyaratglin  bloodless coup d'état

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23 December 2007  general election  Samak Sundaravej of the People Power Party

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Mid-2008  People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD)  led large protests against the government of Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej

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December 15, 2008  Abhisit Vejjajiva of Democrat Party as Thailand Prime Minister

THAI POLITICS Political /Legal Environment • Change in 1932 •Western democracy •change from absolute to constitutional monarchy •transfer of power to the constitution-based system of government •10 December 1932 •King Prajadhipok signed Thailand's first constitution

THAI POLITICS Major Ingredients in Thai Politics  The Monarchy  The Executive branch  The Legislative branch  The Judiciary Branch

The Government  The cabinet is responsible for the administration of thirteen

ministries and the Office of the Prime Minister  The Office of the Prime Minister is a central body  primary subdivisions are the Budget Bureau; the National Security Council; the Juridical Council; the National Economic and Social Development Board; the Board of Investment; the Civil Service Commission and several other organizations vital to the formulation of national policy.  The fourteen ministries are divided on functional basis  The head of career civil servants in each ministry is the permanent secretary  administrative control over all the departments of the ministry, each of which is headed by a director-general, also a career civil servant.

The Armed Forces  Three branches  Royal Thai Army (RTA)  Royal Thai Navy (RTN)  Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF)

 The King is Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Armed

Forces  Governed by the Supreme Command Headquarters

THAI POLITICS 4 Prime Ministers in 2 years

Surayud Chulanont

1 Oct2006 – 29 Jan 2008 -accused of economic mismanagement -forest reserve encroachment

Samak Sundaravej

29 Jan 2008 – 9 Sept 2008

-violated the Thai Consti by being paid for his appearances in his TV cooking shows

Somchai Wongsawat

18 Sept 2008 – 2 Dec 2008

-brother-in-law of Thaksin -accused of violating the constitution by holding shares in Thailand's CS LoxInfo PCL

Abhisit Vejjajiva

2 Dec 2008 – present

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  "We have assumed office through the

democratic parliamentary process, and my government is committed to fostering reconciliation and harmony in Thai society. I have also sought to make clear from the very start that my government will uphold the rule of law. We will emphasize good governance, accountability, honesty, and integrity in discharging our responsibilities as the people’s government."

(An excerpt from Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva’s remarks at the reception for the diplomatic corps and heads of international organizations in Thailand, Government House, 14 January 2009)

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  was formally endorsed by King

Bhumibol Adulyadej as Prime Minister on 17 December 2008  ascended to power amid a global economic crisis  Abhisit's first act as Prime Minister was to send SMS texts to tens of millions of Thai mobile phone users

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  The message, signed "Your PM", asked

people to help him solve the country's crisis  Abhisit was criticized for violating privacy regulations in the mass SMS  The National Telecommunication Commission says that mobile phone service providers may not exploit client information, including phone numbers, without their consent. However, it did not seek actions against Abhisit

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  Prime Minister Abhisit said that the

Government would perform its duties, based on four principles:  protect the monarchy and prevent any

infringement of the inviolable royal position  foster reconciliation and harmony on the basis of righteousness, justice, and concurrence of all sectors of society

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  calls for economic revival to ensure

sustainable growth and minimize economic impacts on the people  develop democracy and the political system for greater stability, in compliance with the rule of law

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  The Prime Minister also gave nine principles as guidelines

for Cabinet members to follow: 1- All Cabinet members should adopt the principles in the royal speech of His Majesty the King given to the new Cabinet members when they were sworn in 2- all ministers should work with honesty 3- quick operations with efficiency and in harmony 4- all Cabinet members must attend parliamentary sessions regularly

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration 6- all ministers should care about the people’s feelings and views 7- All ministers were told to listen to the people and support the process of public hearings and related matters 8- members must be ready to be scrutinized, and their responses and explanations must be based on facts and rationality 9- all ministers must respect the law, and their political responsibility should be higher than their legal responsibility

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration - PM Abhisit’s administration is cored

on the following values as reflected in the principles he has given:

good governance, accountability, honesty, and integrity

The Abhisit Vejjajiva Administration  national administration plan:

- efforts to restore reconciliation and harmony in Thai society as an urgent policy of his administration - need to limit the scope of political conflicts - the justice system should be free from political interference - officials serve as mechanisms to translate government policies into action

PM Abhisit on: PUBLIC HEALTH ICT -continued the Surayud junta's -(ICT) policy focused on policy of compulsory licensing censorship of internet sites of pharmaceuticals that he considered offensive to the monarchy LEGISLATION -proposed a stricter new lese majeste law that would make "contemptuous tones" and putting inaccurate content about the Thai monarchy on the Internet a criminal offense CELEBRATION OF MONARCHY -made celebration of the monarchy and suppression of critical discussion of the institution major priorities

DEFENSE -approved the purchase of 6 JAS 39 Gripen fighter aircraft from Sweden, which costs 19.5 billion Baht -reshuffling of military staff

KEY PLAYERS IN POLITICS AND ECONOMY      

In Governing Coalition Democrat Party (Phak Prachatipat), (Occupies 173 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 36%)) Proud Thais Party (Phak Bhum Jai Thai) (founded in 2008 by former members of the NDP), (Occupies 46 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 10%)) Thai Nation Development Party (Phak Chart Thai Pattana) (founded in 2008 by former members of the CTP), (Occupies 29 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 6%)) For the Motherland Party (Phak Pua Paendin) (founded in 2007), (Occupies 26 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 5%)) Thais United National Development Party (Phak Ruam Jai Thai Chat Pattana) (founded in 2007), (Occupies 10 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 2%))

KEY PLAYERS IN POLITICS AND ECONOMY  In Opposition  For Thais Party (Phak Puea Thai), (Occupies 187

out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 39%))  Royalist People's Party (Phak Pracha Raj) (founded in 2006), (Occupies 9 out of 480 seats in the House of Representatives of Thailand (ca. 2%))  New Formed Parties  New Politics Party (Karn Muang Mai), Parliamentary grouping of the People's Alliance for Democracy

KEY PLAYERS IN POLITICS AND ECONOMY  Banned Parties  Thai Rak Thai Party (Phak Thai Rak Thai) – dissolved by

the Constitutional Court of Thailand on May 30, 2007 for violating electoral laws  People's Power Party (Phak Palang Prachachon) – dissolved by the Constitutional Court of Thailand on December 2, 2008, for violating electoral laws  Thai Nation Party (Phak Chart Thai) – dissolved by the Constitutional Court of Thailand on December 2, 2008, for violating electoral laws  Neutral Democratic Party (Phak Matchima) – founded in 2006, dissolved by the Constitutional Court of Thailand on December 2, 2008, for violating electoral laws

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THAILAND  Exports -No. 1 exporter of rice in southeast

asia  Education - New legislation allowing all children in Thailand regardless of ethnicity or citizenship status to attend regular schools  Only nation in SEA that was not colonized  One of the top manufacturers of automobile

Present Concerns/Problems Economic  Economic recession  Unemployment in January 2009 soared by 880,000

compared to December  Abhisit responded to the crisis with borrowing and increasing the budget deficit, handouts, and general budget cuts. In order to finance his stimulus program, Abhisit successfully rescinded a law that banned it from borrowing more than 20% percent of its spending  Abhisit on poverty - approved the one-time issuance of 2,000 Baht (approximately 75 USD) checks to people making less than 15,000 Baht (approximately $500) a month.

Present Concerns/Problems Economic  From 2004 to 2006, Thailand’s poverty

headcount fell by almost 2 percentage points (over 1 million people) with most of the reduction occurring in rural areas. This trend is expected to have continued in 2007 and early 2008. But there is evidence that the urban poor, as well as the rural poor engaged in fishing and other non-farm activities have been adversely affected by the higher food prices

Present Concerns/Problems Political  South Thailand insurgency - It has produced several human rights issues on both sides (government and insurgents) - Poverty and economic problems have also been cited as a factor behind the insurgency - Muslims in the border provinces have lower levels of educational attainment compared to their Buddhist neighbors - they also had reduced employment opportunities

Present Concerns/Problems Political  Escalation of Violence

 Caused by insurgency  On 22 November 2006, Wan Kadir Che

Wan, leader of Bersatu, an umbrella organization for southern separatist groups, told Al Jazeera television that the Al-Qaeda-linked Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) terrorist network was helping local insurgents stage attacks in Thailand.

Recommended Solution of the Insurgency 

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On March 2005, respected former Prime Minister Anand Panyarachun was appointed as chairman of the National Reconciliation Commission, tasked with overseeing that peace is brought back to the South. A fierce critic of the Thaksin-government, Anand frequently criticized the handling of the southern unrest, and in particular the State of Emergency Decree. He has been quoted to have said, "The authorities have worked inefficiently. They have arrested innocent people instead of the real culprits, leading to mistrust among locals. So, giving them broader power may lead to increased violence and eventually a real crisis." Unfortunately, the situation deteriorated from 2005 to 2006, with escalating violence, especially among teachers and civilians. Despite much criticism of the Thaksin-government's policies, Anand refused to submit the NRC's final report, choosing instead to wait for the results of the 2006 legislative election.[36] Anand finally submitted the NRC's recommendations on 5 June 2006.[37] Among them were Introducing Islamic law Making ethnic Pattani-Malay (Yawi) as a working language in the region Establishing an unarmed peacekeeping force Establishing a Peaceful Strategic Administrative Centre for Southern Border Provinces

The Thaksin government vowed to implement the recommendations. However, the recommendations were vigorously opposed by Prem Tinsulanonda, the President of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's Privy Council, who stated "We cannot accept that [proposal] as we are Thai. The country is Thai and the language is Thai... We have to be proud to be Thai and have the Thai language as the sole national language".

Present Concerns/Problems Environmental  Deforestation

-Efforts to convert forested land for agriculture, such as slash-and-burn agriculture, have greatly reduced forest cover in Thailand in the past.  Overfishing - Excessive fishing has reduced fish catches by as much as 90%. - For small-scale fisher folk, decreasing catches are leading to conflicts with commercial operators.

Present Concerns/Problems Environmental  Pollution

- Thailand’s industrial expansion and population growth have caused increased pollution levels. A decrease in air quality is also causing major health impacts. - As a result of growing untreated domestic and industrial wastewater and solid hazardous wastes, approximately one third of Thailand’s surface water bodies are considered to be of poor quality. - Pollution also affects the marine environment. Red tides, caused by excessive algal growth and a result of pollution, oil spills, and invasive species are some of the factors that are affecting Thailand's marine biodiversity.

The Future of the Country Improving the country’s competitiveness through

significant opportunities  Thailand has a bright future for developing its domestic market and preparing itself to be the world's leading food and alternative-fuel supplier once the economy recovers. There will be opportunities for Thailand when other countries seek to secure their food and fuel supply. The price of food and fuel will go up, due mainly from demand in China and India. Hence, Thailand should take the opportunity to strengthen its competitiveness so that it can step forward and be one of the main global food and fuel supplier.

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The Future of the Country Agriculture - adapting to global changes such as competition from China, changes in consumer behavior and urbanization of societies - producing an environmentally sustainable alternative farming systems

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The Future of the Country Tourism - Not focused on inviting visitors or tourists only but

also on attracting potential investors (clarifying various issues such as convenience, safety and commitment to deal with the needs of tourists) - Developing medical tourism as another form of investment opportunity

- Capitalize on the global popularity of Thai

cuisine, boost exports of Thai agricultural products and help visitors enjoy a higher quality of culinary experience across the vast range of dining options in the kingdom

The Challenge  The challenge for Thailand in boosting its

competitiveness in the short term is to create political stability, which is also significant for improving the Kingdom's economic performance. In the long run, the Kingdom should take serious action to develop human resources in terms of education and technological skills and pay more attention to improving the quality of healthcare services and boosting environmental awareness.

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Opportunities to be Explored Tourism is recognized as one of the fastest

growing industries in the world. Tourism activities entail economic, social and environmental benefits as well as adverse impacts  Thailand is heavily engaged in promoting tourism along the Asian Highway Network. Therefore, a plan of action for sustainable tourism needs to be integrated and implemented in the country

Opportunities to be Explored  Promoting the use of ethanol as a substitute

of oil petroleum to prevent further higher consumption of oil than production  Promotion of medical tourism  Taking advantage of opportunities in automobile export (tying up with multinational automobile companies)  Developing agriculture to increase export on major crops

International Conflicts

 separatist violence in Thailand's predominantly

Muslim southern provinces prompt border closures and controls with Malaysia to stem terrorist activities;  talks continue on completion of demarcation with Laos but disputes remain over several islands in the Mekong River  Cambodia and Thailand dispute sections of historic boundary with missing boundary markers;  in 2004, international environmentalist pressure prompted China to halt construction of 13 dams on the Salween River that flows through China, Burma, and Thailand

International Conflicts  Illicit drugs:  a minor producer of opium, heroin, and

marijuana; transit point for illicit heroin en route to the international drug market from Burma and Laos;  eradication efforts have reduced the area of cannabis cultivation and shifted some production to neighboring countries;

International Conflicts  In April 2009, "large-scale fighting"

erupted between Thai and Cambodian troops amid the 900-year-old ruins of the Preah Vihear Hindu temple near the Cambodian border. The Cambodian government claimed its army had killed at least four Thais and captured 10 more, although the Thai government denied that any Thai soldiers were killed or injured. Two Cambodian soldiers were killed and three Thai soldiers were killed. Both armies blamed the other for firing first and denied entering the other's territory

Threats to the Future Agriculture  major source of agricultural growth is the expansion of cultivated land at the expense of forest area  Due to climate change, water shortages could be experienced—would yield negative impact on agriculture  This may adversely affect the production of crops for exports

Threats to the Future  Political instability  Sustained South Thai insurgency  Growing Sex Tourism

Events – Global Impact  The Asian financial crash and

economic crisis originated in Thailand in the summer of 1997  Global Recession  Tsunami in 2004  Avian Flu Outbreak

SWOT ANALYSIS STRENGTHS -1ST –Exporter of rice -Growing industry of Tourism -Growing export industry of automobiles -leading exporter of mining minerals

WEAKNESSES -Political Instability -Insurgency -Greater oil consumption than oil production -Negative balance of trade (higher imports than exports) -High rate of corruption (CI3.6 ranked 84th- world 14th SEA)

OPPORTUNITES -Use of ethanol as a substitute for petroleum -Increase Exports by developing agriculture, auto and other export industries -Sustainable Tourism

THREATS -sustained South Thai Insurgency -Future political crackdown -Climate Change -Growing Sex Tourism

Multinational Companies AUTO ALLIANCE THAILAND 

AutoAlliance (Thailand) Co., Ltd. was established in November 1995 as a joint venture company between Ford Motor Company and Mazda Motor Corporation, to produce pickup trucks for both local and overseas markers. Ford, which own 50% of the company's shares, is the major share holder while Mazda, with 45%, hold a slightly smaller stake. The remaining 5% stake is of Mazda Sales (Thailand) Co., Ltd. AAT invested over US$ 500 million on building the first state-of-the art integrated vehicle automobile manufacturing plant in Thailand, which comprises stamping, body construction, paint, engine, trim & final assemble, and KD packing sectors. The company located on an area of 529 rai in the Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate, Rayong Province, is granted promotional privileges by the Board of Investment (BOI).

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AAT is a global success story for Ford and Mazda worldwide; they are recognized as a "Center of Excellence for Quality" exporting to more than 130 countries.

 

Multinational Companies AUTO ALLIANCE THAILAND  As a Ford and Mazda joint venture, AAT helps set the

standards of automobile manufacturing in Thailand.  Back in year 1995, Ford and Mazda were attracted to

Thailand's potential as an automotive hub, and their decision to jointly establish AAT made Thailand an important manufacturing base for both their local and foreign markets.  The AutoAlliance facility currently produces three major

models – the Ford New Ranger, Mazda BT 50 and Ford Everest.

Multinational Companies WEGO TRADING CO., LTD.  Established by a group of companies involved in selling cars

for more than 30 years, WEGO TRADING CO., LTD., is an exporter in Sub Utility Vehicles and Pick up Trucks. With export clients from different parts of the world, the company ensures quality and service to the best. They supply accessories and spare parts for the vehicles concerned. Toyota, Ford, Isuzu, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Mazda and Chevrolet are the different range of vehicles they supply.  

Multinational Companies DUTCH MILL CO., LTD.  Dutch Mill Co., Ltd. is one of Thailand's largest manufacturers

and marketers of dairy products. The company has such products as UHT yoghurt drink, UHT fresh milk and ice lolly. The company was established in 1984 under the name of Profood Co., Ltd. and was renamed Dutch Mill Co., Ltd. in 1991. Dutch Mill employs a total of 1,300 employees including 11 engineers and 10 quality assurance staff. Its market is in East and Southeast Asia including the Philippines  They are currently in partnership with Monde Nissin Corporation

in the distribution of Dutch Mill products in the Philippines