Mr. President. I rise today to report an original Senate resolution commending Thailand for its efforts on behalf of Indochinese refugees. Since 1975 Thailand has provided first asylum to many thousand refugees fleeing Vietnam. Laos. and Cambodia. refugees seeking freedom in voyages of great risk. We owe a sincere debt of gratitude to Thailand for opening its door to so many. Prime Minister Prem of Thailand visits the United States this week and I believe it is time that the Senate express its thanks through this resolution. On the occasion of Prime Minister Prems visit. let us also recognize our most friendly relationship with Thailand.
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