A contract for the mechanization of the Rumanian Army has been signed by the Government of Rumania with the Skoda Works, of Czechoslovakia, The contract, which has occupied the attention of King Carol and government for many months. is stated to mark the lap" in Rumania's armament—programme under the present Government.
In his efforts to modernize Rus fighting forces King Carol had the collaboration of the Pr mier, M, George Tatarescu The Skoda company is alsdé colis jeborating in the manufacture of unitions in Rumanix itself. A new factory which will employ 4,000 workmen is now under construction.
Poland has collaborated in the ma gasmasks and aeroplanes It is the ambition of King Caro! and his Government that Rumania ould become independent in the manufacture of war materials as soon possible, so that in, the event of war the country could not be cut off from srmamient supplies, A second Czechoslovakia group, it is understood, will also participate in the contract, while Prague banks will finance the undertaking. The contract was signed by the Director of Skoda, M. Fiala.—Reuter
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