501.AA/8–2748: Telegram
The Chargé in the Philippines (Lockett) to the Secretary of State
1637. President Quirino told me this morning he had talked to Ambassador Romulo1 last night concerning the possible entrance of Spain as member of the United Nations. He said he had noticed a more friendly attitude on the part of the United States toward Spain and that he had also been interested in the recent decision of Peru to exchange ambassadors or ministers with Spain. The President said that he has always had an interest in Spain, and while he does not always approve some things done by that country the Philippines is ready to cast its vote in favor of Spain’s admission. The President requested our feeling about the matter.2
- Brig. Gen. Carlos P. Romulo, Permanent Representative of the Philippines at the United Nations.↩
- In telegram 1103, September 1, to the Embassy in the Philippines, the Department responded that “US probably would not support total repeal 1946 resolution. We considering supporting modifications resolution particularly concerning membership in affiliated organizations but our position tentative pending consultations with other UN members.” (501.AA/8–2748) For documentation regarding the resolution of 1946, see Foreign Relations, 1946, vol. i, pp. 373–443 passim.↩