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    What are the key roles and responsibilities of the Bank of Thailand (BOT)?

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    Key roles and responsibilities of the Bank of Thailand (BOT) are to facilitate economic and financial system through monetary policy implementation in order to accommodate sustainable economic growth at rates that match the country’s potential. The BOT also aims to help creating favorable economic environment that will promote quality of livings of all Thais in the long run.

    The BOT’s key task is to maintain financial stability by keeping inflation and exchange rates at appropriate levels in accordance with economic conditions at any given time. Other tasks include banknote circulation management, supervision of financial institutions and payment system, as well as financial consumer protection.

    In addition, the BOT also acts as economic and financial data center that provides comprehensive, well-rounded, and credible information to the public. It releases key domestic and international economic indicators as well as provides explanations for any changes and constantly shares views on economic prospect.

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    How can we learn more about the Bank of Thailand (BOT)?

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    This website provides extensive information about BOT and related information.  If you do not know where to start, we provide “BOT At a Glance” as a starting point to explore our website.  ​

    What is the recommended browser and resolution to view this website?

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    This site is best viewed in Google Chrome, Safari, and Internet Explorer version 10 or later with resolution 1024 x 768 pixels​

    Why did it take several minutes before I can view the BOT Virtual Art Museum for the first time?

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    This is because at the first time, you will need to download the viewer plug-in for the BOT Virtual Art Museum in order to be able to view the BOT Virtual Art Museum.​

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    • Supervisory Coordination
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    • Financial Market Development
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    • Foreign Reserves Management
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    • Thai Reference Rate and LIBOR Transition
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