We need to initiate a process for discussing these tensions as they arise. and we must seek to reduce the suspicion and mistrust which has dominated the United StatesSoviet relationship. Finally. I am hopeful that an understanding can be reached at Geneva on the issues of Soviet human rights abuses and the emigration rights of Soviet Jews and other minorities. Progress on this issue is deeply awaited by so many people who are suffering. The United States could move to ease trade restrictions if they were substantial improvements in Soviet compliance with the Helsinki accord provisions on human rights and emigration. In addition to these goals. we may also assume that two other major subjects will be discussed in some detail at Geneva: These issues ere the strategic defense initiative [SDI] and the regional conflicts which continue to plague the United StatesSoviet relationship and sour the prospects for agreement on arms reductions and other areas of mutual interest. While I believe it would be unrealistic to expect substantial agreements on regional issues to come out of the summit. it is vital that the United States indicate its intention to press for a resolution of these conflicts. especially the brutal Soviet military occupation of Afghanistan.
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