London, Jan. 31.
Although the anxiety created by the situation in Europe is uppermost in the public mind, much serious attention is being given to the forthcoming talks on Palestine, particular. ly in view of Muslim interests.
Attention is being focussed on Muslim interests, not only in Palestine, India and Egypt but also in territories where the Muslims are an important section of the community.
The feelings of the Jewish population in Palestine are similarly being closely studied, writes Reuters Diplomatic Correspondent, and it is clear that the British Government will make every effort to bring about a friendly conclusion to the discussions.
Mr. Malcolm MacDonald, the Secre. tary of State for the Colonies, who went on a secret visit to Jerusalem last year in order to assist in finding a solution to the Palestine problem on the spot, is concentrating his attentions on all aspects of the problem, ít Is learned.
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