893.01/10–1349: Telegram
The Chargé in the Philippines (Hester) to the Secretary of State
[Received October 13—1:52 a. m.]
2392. After Cabinet meeting Neri again assured Embassy that common-front position regarding recognition People’s Republic will be adhered to by Philippine Government (Depcirtel June 1024 and Embtel 2373, October 10 [11]). Neri expressed desire to be kept [Page 127] informed on developments so that Philippine Government could be guided on common-front action. He asked whether US considered request for recognition should be simply ignored or should be acknowledged. He stated that he was particularly interested in learning action of India, Pakistan and Burma on receiving requests for recognition.
Department is accordingly requested to advise Embassy what position should be taken with respect to Philippine participation in common approach.