Provides an overview of Thailand, including key dates and facts about this South East Asian state.

The veteran figure of Thai politics only returned to the country last year after 15 years in exile.

Thaksin Shinawatra, one of Thailand's most divisive figures, was convicted last year on corruption charges.

After years in exile, Mr Thaksin returned home in August and was jailed for graft and abuse of power.

Thaksin Shinawatra, one of Thailand's most divisive figures, is home after 15 years in exile.

The former prime minister landed in Bangkok on Tuesday, greeting supporters gathered at the airport.