Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume III, National Security Policy; Arms Control and Disarmament, Microfiche Supplement

409. Telegram Nusup 157 to Geneva for Wadsworth¹

Washington, January 16, 1959, 7:21 p.m.

For Wadsworth. In afternoon talk with Mikoyan the Secretary raised matter Geneva talks on cessation nuclear tests. He reiterated US desire achieve agreement. He expressed understanding Mikoyan’s misgiving over introduction new data on detection underground tests. Secretary also said US could understand Soviet attitude on voting and thought presentation as offered by Soviet delegation of list items they believed should be subject unanimity might well assist resolution this problem but similarly hoped Soviets understood our inability accept any arrangement which would frustrate effective operation control system. He expressed hope Soviets would continue talks and in process find proof their misgivings unfounded. Mikoyan indicated entirely willing continue and commented that agreement if reached on this subject should prove stepping stone to further agreements.

Dulles

1. Source: Account of Dulles’ conversation with Mikoyan on cessation of nuclear testing. Secret; Niact; Limit Distribution. 1 p. NARA, RG 59, Central Files, 700.5611/1–1659.