310.2/7–1354: Telegram
The Acting United States Representative at the United Nations (Wadsworth) to the Department of State
33. Re Chinese representation. USUN officers yesterday discussed with UKUN method of handling Chinese representation resumed session GA. Formula contained in June 16 letter from Key to Lodge which would postpone “for the duration of the second part of the 8th regular session, consideration of all proposals” re Chinese representation seemed acceptable to UKUN and in accord with moratorium agreement. They agreed give US definite answer. They raised question of whether Credentials Committee would have to meet again, and if so, whether Credentials Committee would again be seized with proposals re Chinese representation made by India at first part 8th session and put on ice until end of first part. UKUN also referred to difficulties encountered at opening plenary 8th GA and to possibility [Page 741] procedures could be worked out which would operate more smoothly to achieve desired result. Further consultations will be held.