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May 8, 1962	Transcript of the Conversation Between N.S. Khrushchev and the Deputy First Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Indonesia, Subandrio On May 8, 1962, N.S. Khrushchev met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Subandrio to discuss Soviet-Indonesian relations, including economic and military cooperation. Subandrio expressed gratitude for Soviet assistance in Indonesia’s struggle against Dutch colonial rule and outlined Indonesia’s plans to pursue a socialist-oriented path. The conversation also covered military aid, economic exchanges, and Soviet specialists in Indonesia, with A.N. Kosygin addressing specific agreements and financial arrangements.
December 18, 1961	Transcript of the Conversation Between N.S. Khrushchev and the Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to the USSR, J.B. Elliott On December 18, 1961, Soviet leader N.S. Khrushchev met with Ghanaian Ambassador J.B. Elliott to discuss Ghana’s internal political situation and Soviet-Ghanaian economic relations. Khrushchev informed Elliott of an upcoming visit by Soviet official A.I. Mikoyan to Guinea and suggested that President K. Nkrumah could invite Mikoyan to Ghana. The conversation also included diplomatic courtesies, such as Nkrumah’s gratitude for his visit to the USSR and a proposed Ghanaian medal for Khrushchev, which he declined due to Soviet policy.
June 9, 1961	Transcript of the Conversation between N.S. Khrushchev and Chief of Economic Mission of the Federation of Nigeria, Okotie-Eboh Khrushchev welcomes the Nigerian delegation, congratulates Nigeria on its independence, and expresses the Soviet Union's support for its political and economic development. Okotie-Eboh requests technical and financial assistance to help Nigeria achieve full economic independence and expand trade relations. Khrushchev agrees to provide economic and technical support, including sending specialists, developing trade, and offering educational opportunities.
May 25, 1961	Transcript of the Conversation between N.S. Khrushchev And The Prime Minister of the Somali Republic Abdirashid Ali Shermarke Khrushchev and Somali Prime Minister Shermarke discuss Somalia’s efforts to maintain political and economic independence following decolonization, with Shermarke requesting Soviet assistance for development projects in agriculture, industry, and infrastructure. Khrushchev emphasizes the Soviet Union’s support for anti-imperialist movements and offers potential economic cooperation while acknowledging the need to balance assistance with domestic priorities.
July 1972	Supplement to the Report about Negotiations with F. Castro G. Tsukanov summarizes Fidel Castro's 1972 visit to the USSR. According to Tsukanov, the trip will be useful in facilitating Cuba's socialist position. Important discussion topics from Castro's visit include the Soviet-American negotiations, Soviet economic assistance to Cuba, and the political course of Latin America.
June 27, 1972	Record of Conversation between L. I. Brezhnev and Fidel Castro Brezhnev warmly welcomes Castro to the Soviet Union. Castro speaks of positive developments within Soviet-Cuban relations and explains the historical trajectory of Cuba in terms of the global fight for communism. The leaders discuss Cuban economic prospects and the revolutionary situation of countries throughout Latin America.
August 30, 1970	Letter, Political of the Central Committee of the Bulgarian Communist Party to the Central Committee of the Hungarian Socialist Workers' Party The Bulgarian Communist Party's Central Committee reported on a delegation's visit to Cuba, emphasizing the positive developments under Fidel Castro's leadership toward building a socialist society. While praising progress in agriculture, industry, and international relations with socialist states, the report highlighted challenges such as economic inefficiencies, a lack of qualified leadership, and the persistence of issues like food rationing and housing shortages. It proposed stronger coordination and assistance from socialist countries, particularly through economic and cultural integration, to support Cuba's socialist development and overcome its structural difficulties. This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.
February 20, 1960	Copy of N.S. Khrushchev's Notes to the CPSU CC Presidium about His Stay in Indonesia In these notes dated February 20, 1960, Nikita Khrushchev reports to the Presidium of the CPSU Central Committee about his visit to Indonesia. He highlights the warmth and hospitality received, particularly from President Sukarno, who has informally raised various topics that might come up in negotiations later. These include a potential loan for building a steel mill, purchasing military equipment such as Tu-16 bombers and naval ships, and addressing Indonesia’s textile industry challenges. Sukarno also suggested a need for air-cooling systems in Soviet ships and expressed admiration for Soviet fruits and juices. Khrushchev advises that the USSR should approach these requests gradually, without making specific commitments, to strengthen relations. He closes by suggesting sending Soviet fruits and beverages as a goodwill gesture to Sukarno. This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.
February 26, 1959	Reception of the Government Delegation of the Iraqi Republic by N.S. Khrushchev Khrushchev talks with the Iraqi delegation about the coalition of Arab states and cooperation between the Soviet Union and Iraq in agriculture and industry.
September 2, 1947	Confidential Report No. 6594 from the Romanian Ambassador in Moscow to the Foreign Minister A 25-page report sent by the Romanian Ambassador in Moscow, Iorgu Iordan, regarding Soviet perceptions of the Marshall Plan and a synthesis of life in Soviet Union as reflected in the media.

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