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July 5, 1968

Minutes of the Discussions of Cdes. L.I. Brezhnev, A.N. Kosygin, and N.V. Podgorny with UAR President Nasser, 5 July 1968

Nasser tells Brezhnev of the difficulties faced in his attempts to unify Arab nations against Israeli threats. Though Nasser expresses his desire for a peaceful settlement with Israel, he makes clear that he will not yield any of Egypt's territory nor negotiate directly with the Israeli government. The two leaders develop a list of provisions to be a basis of a potential settlement that could end the conflict with Israel.

January 1991

Saddam Meeting with Yasir 'Arafat before the Gulf War

This is a transcript of a meeting between Saddam and Yasir Arafat in early 1991. They discuss the military and diplomatic confrontation between Iraq and the United States. Saddam discusses the balance of power following the Cold War, as well as U.S. Support for Israel. He argues that the United States will certainly attack Iraq, but it will be defeated. He discusses the need for Arab allies.

January 28, 1972

Czechoslovak Embassy in Havana to Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 6th Territorial Department, 'Cuba-Latin America-USA Relations in the Second Half of 1971'

The document discusses Cuba's evolving foreign relations in the second half of 1971, emphasizing its efforts to normalize ties with Latin American countries and reduce its isolation. Key achievements include strengthened relations with Chile and Peru, entry into the "Group of 77," and growing interest among Latin American states in reestablishing connections with Cuba, despite U.S. opposition. Fidel Castro's high-profile visit to Chile and growing support for Cuba within the region are contrasted with the stagnation of US-Cuban relations, where Cuba remains a contentious issue in American politics.

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September 26, 1951

Office Memorandum from Mr. Perkins to Mr. Conners, 'Possible Questioning of Ambassador Jessup regarding Formosa'

The Office Memorandum outlines strategies for addressing potential United Nations discussions on the Formosa (Taiwan) issue. It emphasizes the US policy of neutralizing Formosa to prevent its seizure by forces hostile to US interests, advocates for delaying any definitive action, and suggests diverting discussions toward a study commission if debate becomes unavoidable, while reaffirming the US stance against ceding Formosa to Communist China.

This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.

January 10, 1951

Letter, Frank S. Lim to Harry S. Truman

Frank S. Lim of the Formosan Democratic Independence Party appeals to President Harry S. Truman, representing the six and a half million people of Formosa. The letter advocates for Formosa’s independence under United Nations supervision, requests the expulsion of the Chinese Kuomintang regime, and emphasizes that securing Formosa's self-determination is vital for Pacific security amid the global fight against Communism​.

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October 23, 1950

Memorandum of Conversation: Formosa

The document details US discussions on Formosa, emphasizing the need to align strategies with UN Charter principles and avoid outright assumptions favoring Communist China’s control. 

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September 16, 1950

Telegram No. 388 from Taipei to the Secretary of State

The document highlights that no responsible Chinese officials or significant public opinion factions desire the cancellation of the US Seventh Fleet mission, despite its lack of direct military strengthening for Formosa.

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September 7, 1950

Telegram No. 237 from the Secretary of State to the American Embassy Taipei

The document outlines the US rationale for accepting a UN investigation into allegations of US aggression, emphasizing that blocking such an investigation would provoke controversy and reduce international political support. 

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September 7, 1950

Telegram No. 352 from Taipei to the Secretary of State

The document discusses the Chinese Nationalist government's concerns regarding a potential United Nations investigation into allegations of US aggression in Formosa. Foreign Minister George Yeh emphasized the destabilizing impact such an investigation could have on public and military morale while proposing that the UN simultaneously investigate Chinese Nationalist accusations of Soviet aggression against China​

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August 26, 1950

Telegram No. 192 from the Secretary of State to the American Embassy Taipei

The document discusses the US Department of State's position regarding Zhou Enlai's accusations of American "aggression" in Taiwan. It advises caution against aligning too closely with the Chinese government's responses, as this could imply US approval of their statements, potentially complicating US policy in the Far East.

This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.

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