The World - News from Jan. 25, 1989

Secretary of State George P. Shultz argued unsuccessfully that the Soviet Union should be rewarded for a timely withdrawal from Afghanistan with an easing of U.S. trade restrictions, the New York Times reported. The newspaper said Shultz’s recommendation was contained in a classified letter to Defense Secretary Frank C. Carlucci, written on Jan. 19, the last full day in office for the two men. Citing unnamed officials, the report said Shultz argued that since the curbs were tied to the Soviet invasion they should be lifted once the withdrawal is completed. Soviet troops are scheduled to complete their pullout by Feb. 15.