The paper pointed out that France's secret orders concerning her supply of arms and ammunition to Barcelona Were exposed by Mr. Pierre Etienne Flandin, and Mr. Leon Blum, former French Premier, was placed in a dificult position to defend himself, The journal expressed the opinion that France seems to lack understanding of Japan's attitude vis-à-vis the China incident and, moreover, has underestimated Japan's real strength.
However, France's misunderstanding and miscalculation seem to have been corrected by the Japanese occupation of Canton, the daily continued, The French people undoubtedly believe that although French aid to the Chiang regime may bring profit to French merchants, it is a foolish policy in the general interests of their country, the daily went on.
In conclusion, the "Asahi" stated it is quite natural for Japan to "take such measures as she deems necessary for self-defence" if the lack of ce-ordination on the part of Paris and Hanoi continues.—Domei.
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