Foreign Relations of the United States, 1949, The Far East: China, Volume IX

893.01/9–1549: Telegram

The Ambassador in Australia (Jarman) to the Secretary of State

Canberra, September 15, 1949—3 p. m.
[Received September 15—6:09 a. m.]

198. Today’s press dominated by stories Acheson–Bevin talks on Far East and London rumor British withdrawing Ambassador to China and considering recognition Communist regime there, also speculation that US will follow suit.

In view Deptel 82, June 14, which we communicated to External Affairs, please telegraph whether any changes are contemplated US policy non-recognition Communists in China.

Jarman