721.23/957: Telegram
The Ambassador in Chile (Culbertson) to the Secretary of State
[Received 6:05 p.m.]
21. Department’s circular February 1, 7 p.m., and my despatch No. 1369, January 25th.81 Chilean President has strongly urged acceptance Brazilian proposal. I had already talked with the Foreign Minister in the sense of the Department’s telegram and understand that while he contemplates sending a communication to Peru on the basis of the Pact of Paris he is reserving action until his conference with the Argentine Foreign Minister.
In my opinion while recognizing the justice of Colombia’s position Chile hesitates to bring the full pressure of its diplomacy to bear on Peru because it is concerned with the delicate internal situation in Peru which in its opinion prevents Peruvian President from making any substantial concessions. Also Chile has consistently underestimated the determination of Colombia. Further cable follows after the return of the Foreign Minister.
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