310.2/10–851: Telegram
The Chargé in Italy (Thompson) to the Secretary of State
1620. Zoppi has brought to our attention great importance that Ital Govt attaches to question Ital admission to UN and that govt is counting on our support this question in Paris UNGA. In referring [Page 354] his conversations with Hickerson,1 Zoppi expressed hope Hickerson would have opportunity prior final formulation our position to discuss question thoroughly with Guidotti, Ital observer at UN headquarters. Zoppi is somewhat concerned lest his exposition Ital position to Hickerson might not have been entirely clear and complete. For this reason he anxious that Guidotti have opportunity review problem with Dept officers to establish fuller understanding.
We have assured Zoppi we would bring matter Dept’s attention and expressed view Hickerson or other appropriate officers would be glad review problem with Guidotti.
- Regarding the context for this remark, see New York telegram 459, October 11, infra.↩