In my trips to Thailand in 1982. 1985. and 1986. I was amazed to see the steady improvement in the standard of living of the Thai people. and the steady growth of the economy. There is no question that Thailands 10year commitment to providing shelter and protection for the refugees fleeing Laos. Cambodia. and Vietnam carries the full support of the royal family. I have never worried about the royal Thai Government ending its policy of asylum for Indochinese refugees because such an action would be inconsistent with the great humanitarianism that the royal family has through its example encouraged its people to embrace. On his coronation day. King Bhumibol Adulyadej stated. "We shall reign with righteousness. for the benefit and happiness of the Siamese people." In his 42 years as monarch of Thailand.
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