Our money is a fiat currency that is not a store of value, it's only a medium of exchange.

Speaking specifically on foreign investment, North Korea is something to watch.

The government here though didnt go as far as enacting new special taxes to levy on foreign investors as a way of reducing foreign investor buying activity, which apparently is what was blamed for (among other things) the inflated housing price trend in Toronto, Vancouver etc..

I did two international adoptions, foreign travel, always lived in secure neighborhoods and drove dependable cars,  enjoyed skiing and vacations, and gave to my church. 

I came to a conclusion that money is just a representation of all of the above as we’re currently using it as a currency to trade one for another.Best case we have all 5 which then makes us very very wealthy.

I'e heard from lots of expats...foreigners can't own property in Thailand.

If you're going that big for a relative, you should throw in an antique foreign coin about the size of a quarter. 

We understand how currency works and the proper use of good and bad debt .

Are you familiar with financing options for foreign nationals?

For reference, about 29% of of treasury debt outstanding is held by foreign investors (Japan and China are the largest holders).