Kohl argues that the purpose of his journey to Asia was to show Germany’s continued interest in the world beyond German and European issues. Kohl and Kim discuss North Korea's nuclear program and the need for confidence building measures between South and North Korea as a precondition for the start of a meaningful dialogue.

Warren Christopher sent papers on measures to sustain deterrence in Korea, summarizing major issues including ground force withdrawal schedule, defense compensation package and Air Force Deployment.

Kim Il Sung briefs Sudarikov on North Korea’s recent economic development, including the number of ongoing construction projects and the expansion of light industry enterprises. Kim also discusses the meeting between Yoon Ki-bok and Lee Hu-rak and how North and South Korea are interested in establishing a coordinating committee.

Minister Chung briefs Minister Cho on the Moral Re-armament Assembly in Baguio City from March 29th to April 8th.

Minister Park briefs Minister Cho on the 250 million dollars economic development loan provided in the reparations agreement, possibility of the revision of the US-PI bases agreement, and the establishment of an atomic energy research center in Quezon City.

Minister Park briefs Minister Cho on the official reception at the Legation Residence, the upcoming SEATO meeting, and Japan's proposal for an economic conference in Southeast Asia.

Young Kee Kim briefs President Rhee on Philippines' concern on China, especially regarding Formosa. He also reports on President Magsaysay's appointment of economic advisors and government officials.

Detailed agreement on the price of scrap collected in Korea, and arrangements for shipping.

Choi Duk Shin reports on his discussions with Vietnam's President Diem and Foreign Minister and the dangers of Japan's economic involvement in the region.

Choi Duk Shin reports on Japanese PM Kishi's trip to Southeast Asia, the promotion of Korea-Vietnam cultural relations, the upcoming SEATO war maneuvers in Thailand, and other recent Vietnam and regional affairs.