745.45F/1–2449: Telegram
The Ambassador in India (Henderson) to the Secretary of State
119. Deptel 35, January 14.1 We believe arms embargo should now be dropped as soon as possible and in same quiet way it was imposed. In our view this action need not be linked with any specific development such as appointment of PA or signing of truce agreement. On contrary we would hope that Department would advise GOI and GOP representatives that action is being taken because we have confidence [Page 1691] In good faith and desire of both parties to reach peaceful settlement Kashmir dispute. At same time it might be made clear that if for any reason fighting should again break out embargo would probably be reinstituted. We assume also Department would give both parties to understand that US does not have large quantities arms available.
Sent Department 119, pouched Karachi.
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