[Australia]: Message to Belgium [SEC=SECRET]

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PRIME MINISTER​

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1 July 1996 Adriaan Marissens Prime Minister of Belgium 16 Rue de la Loi/Wetstraat City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region BELGIUM 1000​

Dear Mr. Marissens, It is my observations that your country has gone through a lot recently and your standing with the West is not in a particularly good position given your Marxist-Leninist government. Being a left-wing Western government I think it is on us to help bridge the divide which is now facing Belgium and the West. We also generally believe you probably personally need some rest and relaxation from the stress of all the issues in your country. I am formally inviting you to Australia on a non-official visit just to have a chat with me and to help clear your head a little and see some sights. I think it would be a fantastic opportunity for us to get to know each other a little more and hopefully bridge that divide. Yours Sincerely, P.J. Keating.

Parliament House, CANBERRA, ACT 2600 Telephone: (02) 6277 7700​

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Dear Prime Minister, I understand the previous administration undertook actions that go against what is for all purposes the political and socio-economic order in Western Europe particular in a country such as ours. I also understand, that the foreign policy of our administration is rather non interventionist in tone with a strong emphasize on preserving the neutrality and independence of this Kingdom. However I must say that though I appreciate this gesture I cannot at this time pay a visit to Australia. Perhaps in the future.


Regards, Marrisens

Office of Prime Minister
Kingdom of Belgium

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TREASURER​

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1 July 1996 Adriaan Marissens Prime Minister of Belgium 16 Rue de la Loi/Wetstraat City of Brussels, Brussels-Capital Region BELGIUM 1000​

Dear Mr. Marissens, While it is sad you won't take the opportunity to visit Australia, I'm sure we can grow a formidable relationship between our countries. At the moment we're looking at gaining finance from a few countries and we've noticed Belgium has a substantial financial standing. If you are willing, we wish to discuss the opportunity to gain a $12 billion loan from Belgium. If you would like to discuss this further, such as matters of repayments and interest, please ring the number below. Yours Sincerely, Kim Beazley.

Parliament House, CANBERRA, ACT 2600 Telephone: (02) 6277 7700​

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