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*+Jamaica

*Kenya

if international opinion turned against UK. India would ''try (repeat try) to ensure a moderate

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consensus' in NAM, but would find it difficult not to support call for negotiations,

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PM made no particular response'' to Mr Nott's

personal appeal during his visit. Reacted unhelpfully to PM's message to CHGRM Heads of Delegation.

Voted for Latin American resolution on 4 November.

Robust statement. As deputy PM recently told Mr Onslow, maintained firm stance in OAS. Some attempt at Havana to change language of NAM statement: subsequent reservation. Continued 'general sympathy and support''. Glad to see resumption of contact'' with Argentina not ruled out. ''Ready to speak right'' in NAM and UNGA nrovided not isolated.

Introduced references to self-determination and non-use of force into NAM communiqué. Abstained in Latin American resolution on 4 November but made robust statement as explanation of vote.

Robust statements (one in UNGA). Entered reservation on NAM statement. Kenya would support in UN even if NAM position different; President also continuing chairman of OAU. Supported moderate amendments helpful to UK in NAM communiqué. Abstained on Latin American resolution on 4 November.

*Kiribati

*+Lesotho

+Malawi

Robust statement in message to Argentine Government condemning invasion (made public).

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Response to SG expressing ''deep concern'' Helpful in NAM PM 'saw no difficulty about support'' S. Georgia but would need to consult. Statement in National Assembly in support of S. Georgia. Entered reservation on NAM statement. Lesotho's support for Britain reiterated by Lesotho High Commissioner on 25 May. No reason why Lesotho's ''basically pro-UK attitude'' should change. Agreed Argentine demand for negotiations leading to sovereignty inappropriate. Entered reservation on NAM resolution. Promised support in debate Abstained on Latin American resolution on 4 November.

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President's robust reply to PM. moral backing for use of force if necessary. Robust statement. President assured that he ''fully supported British action in S. Atlantic' following recapture of S. Georgia and further hostilities. President's ''deep sorrow' at losses of HMS Sheffield' and Harriers. Personal message of congratulations from President following Argentine surrender. Voted against Latin American resolution on 4 November.

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