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Robust statement by PM PNG. To make feelings known through international bodies. Responded to SG quoting statement. Told Argentine Government that unless complies with SCR 502 PNG will break off diplomatic relations. Assurance of continued support after recapture of S. Georgia. New Government confirmed would follow similar (sympathetic) line to predecessor. Voted against Latin American resolution on 4 November.
*+Saint Lucia
*+Saint
Vincent and the Grenadines
*Seychelles
*+Sierra
Leone
Strong statement. OAS.
Helpful statement in
Abstained on Latin American resolution on 4 November.
Robust statement. Copy sent to SG. Abstained on Latin American resolution on 4 November.
Response to PM letter deploring aggression: made public. Unwilling to give indication of 'likely Government reaction'' after recapture of S Georgia. Believe did not attend NAM. Do not know if entered reservation. In the event absent from vote on Latin American resolution on 4 November.
Statement views developments 'with great concern''. Mrs Thatcher sent personal message in April. Ambassador UN instructed to''condemn Argentine action in strong terms''. SLG providing extensive facilities for bunkering and refuelling etc of Task Force. Support after recapture of S. Georgia. Helpful in NAM. Presidential message welcoming cessation of fighting, acknowledged by Mrs Thatcher. Very helpful statement in Committee of 24. Supported moderate amendments helpful to UK in NAM communiqué. Abstained in Latin American resolution on 4 November.
+Singapore
Fairly robust statement although no specific mention of support for UK. Robust reply from PM to PM's message. Entered reservation in NAM statement. Supported moderate amendments helpful to UK in NAM communiqué. Abstained in Latin American resolution on 4 November. PM wrote to Mrs Thatcher explaining reason.
/Solomon Islands
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