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Where in the World is IPA?
The Global Connector
Country Series, Edition 2 - Thailand
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Did You Know...?
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1. Thailand was known as "Siam" until 1949. Both Siamese Cats and Siamese Twins originate from the former nation.
2. The full name for "Bangkok", in Thai, is as follows:
Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Ayuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Piman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit
3. Thailand means "Land of the Free". It is the only country in Southeast Asia that was never colonized by a European nation.
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Sources:
- http://www.historytoday.com/richard-cavendish/siam-officially-renamed-thailand
- http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/asia/thailand/articles/Thailand-20-fascinating-facts/
- https://icstravelgroup.com/bangkoks-real-name/
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IPA on the Ground!
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Last month Ian Todd, from our NGO team, journeyed to Thailand where he visited Bangkok, Chang Mai, and the hill tribe villages along the border of Myanmar.
Check out some trip highlights below!
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IPA Project Showcase
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IPA supports a variety of development initiatives in Thailand and surrounding countries including: IT infrastructure, communications equipment, and bicycles. Click here to learn more about our projects in Southeastern Asia!
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Please contact Alexis Pugh, Program Development Specialist, with any questions; we look forward to hearing from you! alexis.pugh@usaipa.com
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