Catalano di Melilli, Italy's permanent representative to NATO, writes to Foreign minister Aldo Moro about the existing confusion in the realm of international relations. He expresses concern over the process of European integration, and underlines the importance of maintaining good relations to the United States.

President Saragat discusses the dilemma between recognizing mainland China and respecting the sovereignty of Taiwan.

Moro discusses establishing diplomatic relations with the PRC in respect to the position of the United States.

Moro discusses the ongoing negotiations at the UN concerning the recognition of the People's Republic of China.

Moro considers the different options in regards to establishing relations with the People's Republic of China and maintaining relations with Taiwan.

Malfatti reports on his impression of the prospects of negotiations with the Chinese in regards to establishing diplomatic relations.

Malfatti reports his observations of the Chinese ambassador, who displayed a strong position against the Soviet Union and Taiwan.