In fact, besides the much larger China, Thai corporations have the largest amount of foreign investment in some of the region’s most dynamic economies such as Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos. Proximity to these up-and-coming nations shows a bright future for Thailand itself.
With a robust manufacturing sector, Thailand is one of the largest producers of electronics, and its automobile manufacturing sector is one of the top ten largest in the world. Tourism is a significant contributor to the Thai economy, and the country is the most visited tourist destination in Asia. Bangkok was the third-most visited city in the world in 2012, just behind Paris and London.