893.24/8–1646
The Chief of the Munitions Division (Cummins) to the Chairman of the Chinese Supply Commission (Wang)
Dear Dr. Wang: I am in receipt of your letter of August 16, 1946,56 in which you request a ruling whether or not a license will be granted the Chinese Government for the export of 130 million rounds of 7.92 mm rifle cartridges.
With regard to export licenses for munitions of war in general, it is, of course, understood that, if at the time of delivery it appears to be in the best interests of the United States, such export license may be withheld or revoked. With specific reference to China, in accordance with the policy enunciated by the President on December 15, 1945,57 it is the desire of the United States Government that munitions of war for export to China be destined for an integrated and representative national army under a coalition government.
In the light of the foregoing, and in view of existing circumstances, the Department of State regrets that it is not in a position to grant, at this time, an export license for the subject rifle ammunition.
Sincerely yours,