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December 1957
In this draft, Choi Duk Shin discusses the 'two-fold' threat of communism and Japanese expansionism in Asia, urging President Rhee to establish a solid collective security structure against these threats as soon as possible.
December 26, 1957
Syngman Rhee claims that Japan and Communism pose equal threats to Asia, and discusses the attitudes of the United States, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Thailand toward this "two-fold" danger.
July 13, 1956
In response to Minister Choi's previous report, President Rhee agrees to discussion on possible Vietnam-Korea trade for insam.
August 16, 1956
President Rhee expresses concern for American support of Japan as well as the developing communist situation in Laos.
October 19, 1956
Choi Duk Shin reports on his audience with President Diem, voices concern about the possibility of Japan being admitted into the United Nations, and briefly discusses recent Vietnamese internal dealings with the Chinese minority, and the possibility of Japanese reparations.
July 9, 1957
President Rhee briefly responds to Choi's previous report on Korean publications in South Vietnam.
July 18, 1957
President Rhee briefly replies to Choi's previous report, commenting on Choi's discussion with foreign ambassadors.
July 26, 1957
President Rhee responds briefly to Choi's previous report, commenting specifically on the dangers of Japan.
August 8, 1957
President Rhee warns Choi about possible Japanese influence on U.S. dignitaries, listing past remarks as examples.