The Archive · 1940

Simple Question

The question of Japanese-Chinese relations was described by Mr. Wang as, "extremely simple."

""all. we have to do is to bring the concrete realization of the Konoye statement," he explained. "Of course," he added, "there'll be Pointing out that, although the basic principles in the Konoye statement were fixed, there might arise, he said, a situation which would dis please, the Japanese people. At the 'Same time, he said, there might be developments which might make the Chinese people dissatisfied, "However, the solution of Japan Jose-Chinese' questions is not impos sible if. the people of both nations are thinking of dealing with them in the future on a basis of good faith [and good will," Mr. Wang stated.

"Recognition of the new government IM. Wang averred, while the out /ward frame would remain unchanged, isn't as if a now nation or Jnew government has been, established." Mr, Wang stated, saying that.

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