501.BC Indonesia/9–948: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Embassy in the Netherlands
430. Gocus 366 in five parts1 being cabled for info and study, not for discussion Neth officials. Also Gocus 3672 being transmitted same purpose.
Batavia’s 763, Sep 7 from Livengood also being cabled.
You will note from Dept’s reply3 [to] Gocus 366 and 367, Dept views favorably general substance Gocus 366 and procedure proposed USDel. Dept further proposes give diplomatic backing proposals which USDel will present in Batavia. At proper time Dept will communicate with you re measures that may be necessary take with FonOff Hague. Meanwhile re info contained Batavia’s 763 and Gocus 367, Dept believes constructive purpose could be served by your having informal conversation with appropriate officials FonOff, stressing great importance which US attaches to bolstering Hatta Govt this juncture, emphasizing good results which we believe will accrue from serious attempt on part Neth reps to place reliance in Hatta in order prevent further swing toward Communism within Republic. We can see distinct possibility stable and responsible govt under leadership Soekarno and Hatta arising out present crisis within Republic, with which Govt Neth can with confidence negotiate and sign definitive political agreement. There seems to be no question but that Neth officials Batavia can deftly contribute to strengthening Hatta’s position and should do so promptly as possible in order prevent further deterioration.
In making above informal suggestions, you should make no mention USDel’s proposal contained Gocus 366 and 367 until proposal submitted Batavia.4