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There is attached our analysis and appraisal of the situation. It is the
result of long and careful study and I should be much interested to know whether
it is in accord with your own views. Whether or not we are agreed on all details
of this analysis and appraisal I feel sure that we are agreed on the necessity
of dealing immediately with the second part of the problem since, for the reasons
stated above, unless negotiations are started soon there will be none at all.
The first thing that seems to be needed is an opening play which will con-
vince Egypt, as we are convinced, that the UK seriously desires to discuss all
outstanding issues with a view to their early solution. We understand that the
text of the joint statement which Sir Ralph Stevenson has recently been authorized
to negotiate has been rejected by the Egyptians as a means of starting negotia-
tions. It seems to us that to have the desired effect any statement would have to
be more forthcoming, particularly with respect to the Sudan. As an alternative
to a statement, the thought has occurred to me that it might be possible to
suggest agreement on an agenda which on one hand will cover the elements desired
by the Egyptians, but which on the other does not give away the UK position.
Such an agenda could be made public jointly in a simple statement to the effect
the two governments have agreed to begin immediate negotiations on the points
listed with common resolve to reach agreement as quickly as possible. Perhaps
an agenda including the points listed below might accomplish the purpose.
1.
Arrangements for the assumption by Egypt of responsibility for the CZ
Base in the interest of its DEF and the protection of the Suez Canal.
2. Arrangements for the provision of assistance to Egypt in fulfilling such
responsibility.
3. Arrangements for the withdrawal of Brit forces from the CZ, including the
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