"The invocation of the national mobilization law is a question worthy of close study. Subject to the technical investigation of it on the part of experts in this field, there is a possibility of the law being put into effect; but for the present there has been no formal decision on this subject.
"The chief purpose of the conterences of five Ministers of the Cabinet is to discuss important problems so we can adapt our measures to the changes in the situation which have ensued since the conference held on January 11 in the Imperial presence.
"Proposals presented by the Cabinet Ministers should be aimed at bringing about a complete settlement of the current incident as early as possible. Although various questions may be raised as to the organization of a central China policy department of the Government, the time is still too early for me to touch upon "In this connection the point that we should cultivate as many favourable results as possible, and it is more important for us to put into effect the necessary measures than ty be occupied only with documents.
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