Hello. What can you tell me about Thailand? 
 officially the Kingdom of Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia. Its neighbours are Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia, and Myanmar. The country's name was Siam until June 24 24 1939. 
 That was interesting. What can you tell me about the economy? 
 Thailand is the 2nd largest economy in Southeast Asia after Indonesia. 
 That's good to know. What else can you tell me about the economy of Thailand? 
 Thailand was the most visited country in Southeast Asia in 2013, according to the World Tourism Organisation. 
 I'm not surprised. Do you know more about the economy? 
 The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) operates all of Thailand's national rail lines. 
 Ok. What else can you tell me about the economy? 
 Thailand functions as an anchor economy for the Neighbouring developing economies of Laos, Myanmar, and Cambodia. 
 That's interesting. What do you know about the culture? 
 Thai culture has shaped by many influences, including Indian, Lao, Burmese, Cambodian, and Chinese. 
 I didn't know that. What else do you know about the culture? 
 Seniority is paramount in Thai culture. 
 Cool. Any last facts about the culture? 
 As with other Asian cultures, respect towards ancestors is an essential part of Thai spiritual practice. 
 That was interesting too. Thanks so much for all your help. 
 Okay.
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