The Archive · 1939

Japanese Bridges Burnt

On the contrary, it is a grim one, with all bridges burnt. Therefore, the key to readjustment of relations. with Third Powers lies "in understanding these two points.

Speaking of Japan's relations with Britain and France, he said the key to the readjustment of relations between Britain and France and Japan consists in full understanding of the Significance of the new order in East Asia and ce-operation with Japanese efforts on the part of Britain and France.

Asked about the Round Table Conference between Britain and Japan on the Tientsin issues, the Admiral stated. that Japan's intentions were communicated to Britain during the Fecent Tokyo parleys.

Therefore, he added. future development will depend entirely on British understanding of Japan's's Position.

Admiral Nomura expressed _gratification over the settlement of the Kulangsu issue, which he said, helped the situation at Kulangsu to return to normal by "preventing, the International Settlement there from turning into a base for anti-Japanese

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