About onethird of Moscows submarine force now operates in the Pacific and there are reports that submarines armed with cruise missiles are in the vicinity of the strategic Straits of Malacca. so vital to allied shipping concerns. The Soviet threat to the sealanes is further increased by its access to Vietnams naval base at Cam Ranh Bay. The biggest immediate threat to peace and security in Asia is Vietnam. whose Sovietsuuplied troops now occuuy Cambodia and operate in strength along the ThaiCambodian border. Thailands major priority must be to defend itself against this experienced and wellequipped force of 80.000. In addition to its military burdens. Thailand is also faced with providing sustenance for the everincreasing number of Vietnamese. Lao. and Khmer refugees who have sought sanctuary within its borders. Mr. President.
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