THIS PHOENIX, FRANCE

Evening Star, Issue 25224, 11 July 1944, Page 6

THIS PHOENIX, FRANCE

RISING FROM ASHES OF MISFORTUNES DE GAULLE OUTLINES FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS (Rec. 12.15 p.m.) • WASHINGTON. July 10. The French capital would be moved from Algiers to France as soon as possible, even before Paris was liberated, said General de Gaulle at a Press conference. - He said that his conversations with President Roosevelt had attained the principal objective of creating better understanding. He paid a tribute to Mr Roosevelt's understanding of French problems, to liis breadth of view and idealism. Questioned concerning published reports that President Roosevelt had withheld recognition of the French Committee because America had designs on the French colonies, General de Gaulle replied that he was convinced President (Roosevelt's administration and the American people had no such intention. France is certain she will regain intact everything belonging to her.. She also is certain that the form of organisation of French territories will be different after the Avar. This had particular reference to Indo-China, about which the idea was to.have a federation in which the French mainland would be one part.

General de Gaulle said that France was not ambitious of annexing territories either in Europe or in colonial areas, but for the reason of international security certain practical measures may be necessary regarding territories where the French flag may well have to fly.

General de Gaulle, referring to the ißhineland, said that occupation might have to cover many years. He declared that France was gradually emerging from Jier temporary misfortunes and intended to participate with the Allies at her rightful place, first in the war then in the life of the world at peace.