The Archive · 1910

China and the Hague

'A Poking telegram states that the Government is reported to be in constant consultation with HE, La Ohenhsiang, Minister to Holland, in regard to the proposals or protests to be. lxid|S before the International Pesce Conference, which will be held at The Hague next year. The three following pro will probably be advanced: (1) Since China has now adopted a constitutional form of government, all the Powers shoald declare their cognizance and acceptance of the same, (2.) Chin as an independent nation, should exer: cise hor rights in the preservation of hor sovereignty and integrity, which all invaded, should be returned to China within a limited period of time. (3.) The third proposal relates to affairs of the Army and the Navy, and great secrecy is observed,

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