"Although various troublesome issues will inevitably crop up in Central China and elsewhere," Mr. Tani was quoted as saying, "I shall make every effort to make third Powers understand fully the objective of the sacred war, to ensure their support of Japan.
"There can be no friction between Japan and Britain. unless Japan infringes upon British trade interests and vested rights in the Orient.
"This has especially been made true by the replacement of 'Eden diplomacy' by 'Chamberlain diplomacy,' or, in other words, the replacement of idealism by realism.
"Japan must pay careful attention to this point, so as not to violate Britain's rights and interests."
Admitting that he was to have conversations with the British and Italian Ambassadors to China, Mr. Tani said these meetings would not "extend beyond the limits of diplomatic courtesies."
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