FE files, lot 55 D 480, “United Nations”
Memorandum by the United Nations Adviser, Bureau of Far Eastern Affairs (Bacon), to the Assistant Secretary of State for Far Eastern Affairs (Robertson)
- Subject:
- Proposed Approach to UK Ambassador on Chinese
The attached draft memorandum from Mr. Key to the Secretary1 recommends that the Secretary reiterate to the British Ambassador the importance we attach to the continuation of the “moratorium arrangement” for handling the Chinese representation question in UN bodies. The approach is suggested because the resolution adopted last September for handling the Chinese representation question during the 9th General Assembly was expressly made applicable only “during the current year”.
While it is believed that an approach at this time is probably not necessary, it will do no harm and our failing to do so in view of our [Page 801] approach last year to the British under similar circumstances might be interpreted by the UK as indicating a lessening of our interest.
It is accordingly recommended that you concur in the draft memorandum.
In view of the Secretary’s extensive acquaintanceship with the question of Chinese representation, it is believed that no suggestions need be made concerning the precise content of the approach.
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