In view of the fact that Russo and Sino-Japanese relations are closely Interlocked, Mr. Arita told members of the Cabinet that extreme caution necessary in dealing with the Chinese situation "Sino-Soviet rapprochement must be strictly guarded against, while Japan's aim in creating an ideal area' in North China to serve as a buffer zone is being conscientiously pursued, Mr. Arita said tions, the Japanese foreign minister said it should be Tokyo's main task making London understand Japan's continental policy. Friendly relations with Great Britain, Mr. Arita told his colleagues, must be maintained. For instance, he said, Japan's policy in China should be carried on with care in order avoid unpleasant friction with Bute ish Interests.
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