501.BB/10–1849: Telegram
The United States Representative at the United Nations (Austin) to the Secretary of State
[Extract]
secret
New York, October 18, 1949—11:10 p. m.
Delga 110. Following are decisions taken at GADel meeting today:
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- China. Draft resolution (Gadel 46) presented to delegation for consideration of substance, sponsorship, timing of introduction, etc. Some delegates expressed view that resolution too general a statement of principles to achieve maximum effect, and suggested strengthening to take fuller account of recent events in China. Point was made that draft resolution apparently based on premise that China would make no case, or only vague case, re alleged Soviet treaty violations. If actual violations were proved, however, different type resolution required. Jessup explained intention of resolution was simply to get GA to affirm traditional principles of policy toward China and stated that, if treaty violation case made, US prepared to consider reference of legal aspects to appropriate judicial body. No decisions taken.
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Austin