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Siam, now known as Thailand, confronted Imperialism through a combination of diplomacy, modernization, and strategic concessions. The Thai monarchy, particularly under King Rama V (Chulalongkorn), implemented extensive reforms to modernize the military, education, and infrastructure, which helped strengthen the nation. By skillfully negotiating with Western powers and ceding some territories, Siam effectively maintained its sovereignty while avoiding colonization. This diplomatic strategy allowed Siam to serve as a buffer state between British and French colonial interests in Southeast Asia.

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