Panama, Oct. 21.
Following the closing of the China Sea to Chinese-owned vessels by the Japanese Navy, Panama is temporarily suspending the registration of Chinese vessels under the Panamanian flag to avoid diplomatic complications in the Orient. Suspension will continue until other Powers involved decide upon joint action—Reuter.
He asked the Prime Minister, Mr. Neville Chamberlain, whether he would undertake not to do anything incompatible with the—Nine-Power Treaty at the Conference.
He asked also whether, if China accepted an armistice and Japan refused, the Government would propose 2n international embargo on Japan.
It was not enough for the League to meet and condemn the aggressor, but practical steps should be taken.
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