751.92/5–946: Telegram
The Ambassador in France (Caffery) to the Secretary of State
[Received 11:12 p.m.]
2242. In conversation with Baudet, Chief of Far Eastern Division, Foreign Office, he emphasized draft of proposed Franco-Siamese treaty (Dept’s A–501, May 249) represents ultimate French concessions and added he felt Siamese Govt would find them acceptable. French Govt, said Baudet, feels return of Indochinese territories is matter of considerable urgency and France would veto any move for admission of Siam to UNO until matter had been settled. Once disputed territories had been returned, France was prepared to take up in spirit of conciliation and friendship all outstanding questions between Indochina and Siam. Baudet indicated however that any territorial changes would be limited to minor frontier rectifications along Mekong River.
Sent to Department as 2242, Department please repeat to Bangkok as unnumbered.