M." Escarra then referred to the important question of China's relations with foreign Powers and the foreign attitude towards the conflict, "The United States at present are making money by selling supplies to Japan, and their idealism does not resist their business mentality. Their role in the Brussels conference was nil "Relations with Italy are rather strained following recent events. The departure of the Italian air mission. the attitude of which was far from being correct, was a relief for the Chinese Government.
"Germany up till now has played a part on both sides of the fence with considerable skill. The withdrawal of the German military advisers seems to be a mistake, The latter are leaving with the deepest regret, having done admirable technical work in military reorganization. Up to the present, Germany is supplying more material and munitions than any other Power.
"Great Britain is also furnishing supplies ahd ammunition to China. She has made no attempt to mediate between the two parties and has adopted an attitude of expectation.
"Soviet Russia has not played a very active part so far. She is supplying material and munitions, but has indulged in no propaganda work.
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