Foreign Relations of the United States, 1969–1976, Volume E–13, Documents on China, 1969–1972

149. Letter from President Nixon to Chinese Premier Chou En-lai, Washington, June 28, 1972¹ ²

Washington, June 28, 1972

June 28, 1972

Dear Mr. Premier -

I wish to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the courtesies you extended to Dr. Kissigner on his recent visit to Peking. He reported to me at great length on this talks with you and I was pleased to note that the candor and the constructive attitude which have characterized our discussion in the past are continuing at this time.

I trust we can continue to work together toward the goal of normalizing relations between our two countries.

Mrs. Nixon and I have the most pleasant memories of our visit to Peking.

She joins me in extending our warmest personal regards to Madam Chou and to you.

Sincerely,

Richard Nixon

1. Source: Library of Congress, Manuscript Division, Kissinger Papers, Geopolitical Files, China, Chron, May-June 1972. No classification marking.
2. Nixon thanked Chou En-lai for receiving his Assistant for National Security Affairs Kissinger and promised to continue the work of normalization.