Your 328 [1] is disturbing as we had formed opinion that Dutch
were being cooperative with respect to Committee of Three and
would not use delaying tactics. We were expecting a more
favourable reaction to your approach asking what their general
views were. [2] If, however, they are reluctant to make known
their views, except to the Committee itself, then we must plan
without the advantage of having their views. We cannot accept any
delaying tactics and for your own information Dr. Evatt will raise
the matter in the Security Council on Monday [3] and urge
immediate action. It should be emphasised to the Dutch authorities
that, having reached this stage, nothing but damage can come from
any suggestions of delay, as all members of the United Nations are
watching with interest this development which, with co-operation
of both parties, should lead to a satisfactory conclusion to each
party and redound to the credit of the United Nations.

2. The proposal to allow a Republican liaison officer at Canberra
and an Australian officer at Djokjakarta is most wise and the
Dutch can be assured that such an arrangement will not in any way
prejudice their interests.