Rejected by French No Approval of "Japan's Dominating Positi London, Feb. 12.
The French delegation taking part jin peace talks with Thai represent-natives in Tokyo is reported to have rejected a demand by Mr. Yosuke Matsuoka, Japanese Foreign Minister, to. acknowledge officially "Japan's dominating position in Asia whereby she is the only Power qualified to assure and maintain order in the countries in this part of the world."
The French were willing to acknowledge in principle "Japan's special ition in Asia" after conclusion of, mnourable peace with Thai but they refused to undertake to give "Japan all facilities" in view of possible action in southern Asia whether against the Netherlands Indies or British possessions.—Reuter.
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