1. Hubner approached me on question of Australian support for
Chilean nomination on Social and Economic Council. I informed him
I would bring matter to your notice and propose replying by note
to effect we would gladly endeavour obtain support for Chile but
would like first to receive indication of Latin American views on
all eighteen members and hope he will be able to help us obtain
this information. I propose to stress our common interests in
economic affairs and express hope that Australian-Latin American
co-operation particularly with respect to Chile which
characterised San Francisco will continue at General Assembly
meeting next year. I propose suggesting that his Government might
request Chilean Ambassador at London [1] to discuss these matters
with you. I propose mention also our very great interest in
election Governing Body I.L.O.

2. Hubner also raised question of Minister to Chile and stated
matter was assuming importance domestically. It might be important
to make suitable appointment well in advance of Assembly meetings.

They wish immediately official statement of our intention and I
therefore propose making appropriate statement. In consultation
with Prime Minister and Dunk I am examining many personnel
questions and will cable you our views as soon as possible
including suggestions for Chile.

3. In order that you might comment if you so desire [2] I am not
carrying out proposals in paragraphs 1 and 2 until end of week.