357.AB/3–2151: Telegram
The Acting United States Representative at the United Nations (Gross) to the Secretary of State
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1311. Re UN Representation—Kashmir. Pursuant to Deptel No. 760, Mar 5, I approached Bunche Mar 20 (upon his return to town) on informal basis to ascertain his availability, making points outlined in reftel. I also discussed with him frankly questions he raised concerning probable attitude of parties toward him, our estimate of likelihood of success or of progress, etc. Bunche says he is willing to serve if we think he can be useful.
Subsequently I obtained SYG Lie’s approval and at my request Lie talked to Bunche.
The matter is now clear from this end and Dept can feel free to act on basis that Bunche has accepted with Lie’s approval.