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	On the one hand, the people of the Philippines would be truly grateful. And on the other hand, the government doesn&rsquo;t know what to do with it anyway.</div>
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	The remaining millions of tonnes in stock could be ready for shipment to wherever the next calamity occurs. And as a bonus, there will be empty warehouses ready to receive fresh rice.</div>
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	Padraig Mac Gobhainn</div>
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	Bangkok</div>

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