Pages 2-3 from FCO 372113 - the Nuclear policy of Pakistan 1978

This confidential message acknowledges receipt of reports and requests the recipient to monitor follow-up actions by host governments. It informs that the Americans are making parallel approaches in various countries, focusing on reprocessing activities in Pakistan. The American demarche refers to the UK's approach regarding the control of exports for gas centrifuge enrichment. The Americans ask the governments they approach to exercise vigilance and appropriate control to prevent Pakistan from acquiring sensitive facilities for nuclear explosive capabilities. The recipient is instructed to confirm support for the American demarche if mentioned by officials and to compare notes with US colleagues. Separate instructions are being sent to Madrid and Brussels.