SECURITY PACT.
ONLY CHANCE OF PROGRESS. (bt cable —pbess association— copybioht) ("the tqiis.") (Received Juno 2nd, 7.15 p.m.) LONDON, Juno 1. '•'The Times," in a leader, emphasises that a mutual Western Pact, liesk' indicating the only lino on which real progress can be made, also suggests that it is the only method by which the real permanent interests of Britain and the Empire can effectively be safeguarded. In the present circumstances the security of Europe's western frontiers vitally concerns us. As regards the eastern frontiers we are sympathetic, remembering our Treaty Covenant obligations, but wo are . tinwilling. to undertake fresh commitments in that direction. "The Times" adds:- As far as Britain is concerned the issue is perfectly simple. "We aro prepared to join France, Germany and other Powers in guaranteeing the western frontiers. This in itself is a most important step, for once these aro really guaranteed and confidence as regards peace established among the chief national European forces, the rest will be a matter of arrangement.
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Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18398, 3 June 1925, Page 9
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