Sovereignty of Umm al Maradin and Qaru

This file relates to the sovereignty of the islands of Umm Al Maradim and Qaru [Qaruh]. It contains:

• A 'preliminary memorandum' prepared for Aminoil on 'Kuwait's title to the islands … in anticipation of a possible Saudi claim'
• Correspondence on HMG's view that the islands belong to Kuwait
• Correspondence on Aminoil's plans to drill for oil on the islands.