The Archive · 1941

South Pacific Hopes

In view of the part being played by Japan in mediating in the French {indo-China-Thailand border. dispute, much is expected of Japan's diplomatic efforts with various Powers in the southern Pacific, Readjustment Jof relations between Japan and Soviet Russia also has entered into a concrete stage following. preliminary negotiations, There is no doubt in Tokyo that Jconsiderable progress will be made the near future toward the full realization of @ new economic strueture, Principles. designed. to. bein about. the establishment of "nich: structure were Jaid down last aut jand the reform of part of [National Mobilization Law during the last session of the Imperial Diet, have completed preliminary meagurés for the institution of a new economic system, Establishment of a new economic system will centre on the formation of economic groups by categories, and Jespecially on the formation of e¢onomic groups comprising such fund mental industries as coal and elect city production, Efforts also are oxpected to be made to bring about the {spirit of ce-operation among civilians, Preparations are being pushed for 1 reform of the National Service Asso-cation, as well as for a reform of the government's administrative setup. The National Planning Board Is speeding its preparations to bring Jabout a clear-cut: reorganization of economy and administration in Japan, Dome!

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