Discussing the attitude of the Soviet, he asserted that Russia did not want war in Europe, into which she would inevitably be drawn without the advantage of explaining why in the present crisis she was keeping silent, although recent statements showed that she did not approve of the attitude of Great Britain and France.
"I think that China's position would be more favourable if war breaks out in Europe, as Japan inevitably would be involved with Russia, forcing her to have her troops on two fronts," Mr, Sun declared.
"China would no longer be fighting alone."
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