Northern (N): Albania (NA). Foreign Policy

A file concerning Albanian foreign policy. Subjects covered in the file include the Soviet decision to break relations with Albania, which has led to the near-closure of their embassy in Tirana; the growing number of Chinese technicians in Albania; claims that Albania is attempting to foster closer relations with the West through the resumption of diplomatic relations and commercial agreements; and the position of the Albanian population, which is currently facing food shortages. The file also includes a draft brief on Albania for the visit of the British prime minister, Harold Macmillan, to the United States. The brief covers the Albanian bid to expand diplomatic and commercial relations with neutral and Western countries; their position within the Soviet bloc; and their reliance on economic aid from China. Further commentary covers a NATO meeting on recent developments in Albania, including their political, commercial, and cultural relations with the Soviet Union, the satellites, and China.