693.0031/7–1249: Telegram

The Ambassador in the United Kingdom (Douglas) to the Secretary of State

2705. On July 1 Bliss50 and Martin called on Morland at Foreign Office at latter’s request. He reported inter-departmental meeting had recommended to Ministers substantial adoption of US proposals respect control trade with China, subject adoption similar controls by other principal countries involved. With respect petroleum products, disposed not wait but attempt to get agreements US, UK and Dutch Governments or companies as soon as UK decision reached. Not able forecast decision of Ministers. Possible decision will be made within 10 days.

Douglas
  1. Don C. Bliss, Counselor of Embassy for Economic Affairs in the United Kingdom.