Vice Premier Teng: Next, I wish to say a few words about the Middle East.
Japan
Secretary Kissinger: You are finished with Japan? The same principles as Europe.
Vice Premier Teng: I believe we have touched on the things we wish to say about Japan. And we have on many occasions expressed our views concerning relations between the United States and Japan. We have made our position clear.
Secretary Kissinger: Yes, and we discussed this this morning, and with the Foreign Minister on a few occasions.
I haven't seen any new reports about a new government [to replace the Tanaka cabinet].
Vice Premier Teng: We can say it in one sentence, which is what we say to Japanese friends: That first, they should keep good relations with you, the United States; and second, with us. The Chairman said you should stay longer there. [Laughter]
Secretary Kissinger: That is right. He scolded me, and said I should spend as much time in Japan as in China. Actually, after the President's [recently concluded] visit to Japan, our relations are much steadier. And this is very important for Japan. And as I have said, we will do nothing to interfere with Japan's improvement of relations with the People's Republic of China. We have encouraged them to work with the People's Republic.
Vice Premier Teng: We understand that.
Middle East
Vice Premier Teng: About the Middle East. It is the most sensitive area in the world now.
We have the impression, starting from early this year, that you have improved relations with Egypt. This is so?
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