855A.6359/7–347: Telegram

The Ambassador in Belgium (Kirk) to the Secretary of State

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1067. For Under Secretary Lovett from Kirk. Have assured Spaak regarding our intention faithfully to implement provisions of paragraph 9A when we are in position to do so. Outlining generally difficulties and possibilities utilization atomic energy for industrial purposes, I found him quite responsive and willing to wait developments. He likewise fully appreciative our problem regarding UN and while somewhat surprised extent Russian intransigeance yet wholly sympathetic and prepared prevent premature disclosures. He now understands our concern and will play ball.

Kirk