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FO 371/126877

Internal political situation in Muscat and Oman, 1957

This file relates to the conflict in central Oman between the Sultan of Muscat and Oman Saeed Bin Taimur and the Imam of Oman Ghalib Al Hina'i and his supporters. It contains correspondence on: State Department's denial of the supply of US arms to rebel forces (81) HMG's politically motivated modifications to the Commander of British Forces in the Arabian Peninsula's (BFAP) plan of action.
FO 371/126875

Internal political situation in Muscat and Oman, 1957

This file relates to the conflict in central Oman between the Sultan of Muscat and Oman Saeed Bin Taimur and the Imam of Oman Ghalib Al Hina'i and his supporters. It contains correspondence on: Reports that Taleb Al Hina'i is planning to ambush military parties between Ibri and Firk [Firq].
FO 371/140367

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK. Code BS file 1051 (papers 57 to 70), 1959

This file relates to political relations between Saudi Arabia and the UK.
FO 371/121272

Co-operation between UK and US on East affairs, 1956

This file relates to Anglo-US cooperation in the Middle East.
FO 371/121270

Co-operation between UK and US on East affairs, 1956

This file relates to Anglo-US cooperation in the Middle East, particularly the Washington Conference involving Foreign Office and State Department officials, as well as Prime Minister Anthony Eden and Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd.
FO 371/120771

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK, 1956

This file relates to continuing efforts to improve Anglo-Saudi relations after Azzam Pasha's visit to London in July 1956 and amidst the Suez Crisis after Egypt nationalised the Suez Canal on 26 July. It contains correspondence concerning: Douglas Dodds-Parker's talk with Harry F Kern and Kern's communication with Foreign Secretary Selwyn Lloyd.
FO 371/120769

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK, 1956

This file relates to Anglo-Saudi talks after the British mission to Riyadh led by Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Foreign Office Douglas Dodds-Parker, which ended on 1 May 1956. It contains correspondence concerning: Ambassador R W Parkes's discussion with Prince Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud on a proposed agenda for Anglo-Saudi talks, including the latter's ultimatum regarding: the withdrawal of British troops from disputed areas; repatriation of refugees; maintenance of law and order; and supervision of the area by a neutral administration.
FO 371/120767

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK, 1956

This file relates to Anglo-Saudi relations and the British mission to Riyadh led by Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Foreign Office Douglas Dodds-Parker from 26 April to 1 May 1956. It contains correspondence concerning: The first meeting on 28 April. King Saud Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud made it clear that the biggest problem was Buraimi (44) US support for Dodds-Parker's protest (45) Two sessions with Prince Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud and Yusef Yasin on 29 April.
FO 371/120766

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK, 1956

This file relates to relations between Britain and Saudi Arabia. It contains correspondence concerning: Role of the US as an intermediary encouraging a détente in Anglo-Saudi relations; and discussion of the Anti-Slavery Society and Saudi complaints against British propaganda (24, 41-42) Preparations for the British mission to Riyadh led by Parliamentary Under-Secretary at the Foreign Office Douglas Dodds-Parker.
FO 371/120765

Political relations between Saudi Arabia and UK, 1956

This file relates to relations between Britain and Saudi Arabia. It contains correspondence concerning: Saudi Arabia's desire for friendly relations to be restored, but its consternation over the Buraimi dispute. It includes reports of broadcasts from Radio Mecca, communiqués issued by the Saudis, and records of meetings with Saudi officials including King Saud Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, his private secretary Sheikh Abdulla Balkhair, and the Saudi Chargé d'Affaires Omar Saqqaf.
FO 371/140108

Political relations between Muscat and Oman and UK. Code BA file 1052 (papers 27 to 34), 1959

This file relates to negotiations in London between HMG and the Sultan of Muscat and Oman Saeed Bin Taimur regarding the stability of Oman. It contains correspondence concerning: J F Walker’s conversation with the Sultan (27) A R Walmsley’s conversation with the US Embassy about the negotiations (28) Draft ‘Agreed Minute’ between Britain and the Sultan on the measures which should be taken to: counter the short-term military threat of a revival of the rebellion; and establish the Sultan’s long-term authority. In a meeting with A R Walmsley, the Sultan objected to almost all of it.
FO 371/132792

Negotiations between Pakistan and Muscat on oil rights at Gwadur, 1958

This file concerns negotiations over the transfer of Gwadur [Gwadar] from the Sultanate of Muscat and Oman to Pakistan.