795.00/6–2750: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Embassy in India
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Washington, June 27,
1950—2 p. m.
642. Madame Pandit was read copy Pres statement re Korea at 11:30 AM, June 27 at Dept. She appeared not too seriously concerned thereby; agreed India had been involved Korean question from beginning; and thought India wld undoubtedly welcome US support of UNSC.
Although Dept not sanguine Indian reaction will be universally favorable Pres declaration Madame Pandit’s remarks indicate it may be possible vitiate potential original criticism, even win support, by emphasis UN aspects US action.
Acheson