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have on Chinese thinking or the likelihood of it producing any

forward movement on the Chinese position (Peking telno 634).

sure he is right. Nevertheless, a message at Ministerial level

would certainly help to get across to the Chinese the seriousness of

the situation as we see it, and would serve a very useful tactical

purpose.

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