182. Circular Telegram 1631
163. Sent to: All American Diplomatic and Consular Posts.
For personal attention Chief of Mission from the Secretary.
Reports indicate widespread erroneous impression abroad that Ambassadorial talks Geneva signify relaxation US opposition recognition or UN seating Communist China. US continues oppose recognition Communist China. US recognizes and supports Government Republic of China for reasons set forth CA 7316 of April 23.
Continued Communist military buildup South China coastal area and direct and indirect support of threat of force and subversion against Governments of Korea, Vietnam and Laos are serious unsettling factors in general Far Eastern situation.
- Source: Department of State, Central Files, 611.93/9–1255. Official Use Only. Drafted by McConaughy and Osborn; cleared by Sebald, Robertson, and in draft by Phleger. Approved in draft by Dulles on September 1 for release when the Agreed Announcement was issued at Geneva. The time of transmission is illegible.↩