It is impossible for Americans to reduce nuclear weapons, so Mrs Thatcher's fear that the United States will not be able to make a substantial impact on Europe is purely unfounded.

"That's right, our Secretary-General has always maintained a good relationship with the United States." Mrs. Thatcher smiled and said, "Maybe the Americans trust you very much, right?"

"Yeah, like Unilever and P&G." Alan Wilson responded to Thatcher with a metaphor

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