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April 8, 1958

Memorandum of Conversation: 1. Chnese Nationalist Program for Economic Self-Support in Four Years; 2. Combined US-Chinese Military Staff

The document records a conversation between US Assistant Secretary Walter Robertson and General Yu Ta-wei, discussing two key topics. First, General Yu emphasized Taiwan's 4-year program for economic self-sufficiency, particularly focusing on increasing fertilizer production to sustain sugar and rice output, which required U.S. assistance. Second, Yu informally proposed the establishment of a combined US-Chinese military staff to improve joint planning and operations.

This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.

May 2, 1951

Despatch No. 544 from American Embassy Taipei to the Department of State, 'Comment of SHEN Ch'ang-huan on the Position of General CHIANG Ching-kuo'

The document details remarks made by Dr. Shen Ch'ang-huan on May 16 about General Chiang Ching-kuo's role in Taiwan's government. Dr. Shen dismisses foreign perceptions of Chiang Ching-kuo as a "crown prince," emphasizing that Taiwan operates under constitutional rule and that Chiang's influence is not as extensive as some observers assume. It also highlights internal discussions about Chiang's political role and the broader governance structure.

This document summary was generated by an artificial intelligence language model and was reviewed by a Wilson Center staff member.

January 30, 1952

Despatch No. 321 from American Embassy Taipei to the Department of State, 'General Chiang Ching-kuo'

Evaluates the role and reforms of Taiwan's Political Department within the National Government. It provides insights into changes implemented to reduce political interference in military operations while enhancing troop morale and administrative integrity​.

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1991

Saddam and Senior Military Officials discussing various Military Operations including Re‐capturing the al‐Fao Peninsula

The following undated audio tape details a meeting between Saddam Hussein and High‐ranking officers. 00‐54 minutes contain the following subjects: Saddam spoke regarding Iraq's past difficult situations, the Iraq‐Iran war, and the Iraqi use of helicopters. The transfer of Lieutenant General Hamid, who was in the Air force and now in the General Command. An unknown officer reported to Saddam the army's status in the battlefield (Translator Comment: Probably Iran‐Iraq War). " Saddam asked a person called Ahmad about his opinion regarding Al‐Faw and Ahmad reported to Saddam what happened there. " Lieutenant General Nizar spoke about the Liberation War, Tawklna 'Ala Allah war, and the Iranian Army. " Concerns from the Iraqi Army and the Military Intelligence to conceal plans and intentions from the United States.   Discussions on Saddam's orders regarding retaking the Al‐Faw.

June 15, 1950

Monthly Report of the Indian Mission, Lhasa, for Period Ending 15th June 1950

Hugh Richardson, head of the Indian Mission in Lhasa, reports on the latest developments in Tibet's relations with India, China, the UK, and the US. He also comments on the Dalai Lama's studies and interests.

February 15, 1951

Monthly Report of the Indian Mission, Lhasa, for the Period Ending 15th February, 1951

The Indian Mission in Lhasa reports on the Chinese military encroachment into Tibet, Sino-Tibetan relations and Indo-Tibetan relations, and domestic political and economic developments within Tibet.

1989

Table of Contents: 'Papers of the Higher School of the KGB,' Volume 45, Moscow, 1989, 428 pp.

The table of contents for volume 45 of Papers of the Higher School of the KGB. Articles relate to counterintelligence, criminology, the legal system, and plans for wartime operations.

1983

Table of Contents: 'Papers of the Higher School of the KGB,' Volume 30, Moscow, 1983, 396 pp.

The table of contents for volume 30 of Papers of the Higher School of the KGB. Articles relate to the works of Karl Marx and their relationship to Soviet security, counterintelligence theory and operations, West German intelligence operations, the Soviet economy, religion and nationalities, and other subjects.

1982

Table of Contents: 'Papers of the Higher School of the KGB,' Volume 27, Moscow, 1982, 404 pp.

The table of contents for volume 27 of Papers of the Higher School of the KGB. Articles relate to the 60th anniversary of the USSR, the 65th anniversary of the State Security Service Organization, the Soviet economy, counterintelligence theory and operations, training and education, and historical and current practices of Japanese and German intelligence.

1982

Table of Contents: 'Papers of the Higher School of the KGB,' Volume 26, Moscow, 1982, 384 pp.

The table of contents for volume 26 of Papers of the Higher School of the KGB. Articles relate to counterintelligence theory and operations, the 60th anniversary of the founding of the USSR, foreign legal systems, and Chinese subversive activities against the USSR.

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