ALLIES AND THAILAND.

Manawatu Standard, Volume LX, Issue 167, 14 June 1940, Page 8

ALLIES AND THAILAND.

NON-AGGRESSION PACTS. SINGAPORE, June 12. After several months of negotiations non-aggression pacts have been signed between Thailand (Siam) ancl Britain, and between Thailand and France, and also a treaty between Thailand and Japan “concerning the continuance ol friendly relations and -mutual respect for each other’s territorial integrity.” The, agreements provide that if one signatory is involved in a war against another the third’is not to give aid to either. A statement says: “The agreements may be welcomed as a further contribution to peace in this part of the world.” The British Official Wireless says that the Foreign Under-Secretary (Mr R. A. Butler), informing the Hou'se of Commons of the Britain-Thailarid Pact, said: “Britain warmly welcomes the agreement as conforming with the long-established friendly relations with the Government and people of Thailand and as introducing a further element of stability in South-Eastern Asia.” TIENTSIN SETTLEMENT. It is confirmed in official circles that an agreement has been reached on outstanding points relating to local issues at Tientsin (North China). It is hoped detailed agreements will be available for publication in a few days. It is learned in London that throughout the Tientsin negotiations full consultation has been maintained with the Chinese Government with a view to safeguarding its interest. It is understood this object has been achieved.