He avoided dramatic requests, instead framing aid as a shared effort in global peace and modernization. He emphasized ancient civilization and the pride of the people. This diplomatic style helped build his image as a reliable and rational partner in a volatile region. Sought modern weapons, training, and equipment. The Shah argued that a better-prepared army was essential not only for defense but also to maintain internal political stability.
Needed infrastructure—roads, railwaysn projects, telecommunica, irrigatiotions, and electricity. The Shah stressed that economic growth would reduce social unrest and limit the appeal of communist ideology. The Shah described plans for expanding schools, promoting literacy, improving the status of women, and building universities. He hoped American educators and specialists would assist in these efforts. Though the AIOC dispute had not yet reached its peak, the Shah hinted that share of oil revenues was unfair and that American participation could help bring balance to the sector. This foreshadowed the oil nationalization crisis of 1951–1953.
