THE PACIFIC.
FRENCH INTERESTS. By Telegraph—Press Association —Copyright. (Received September Jl, 10 a.m.) MELBOURNE, September 11.
Mr P. M. Glynn, Minister for External Affairs, told a deputation that the French were less apathetic regarding the Pacific than some people thought. From French newspapers and the report of tho commission on the effects of the Panama Canal on French interests in the Pacific, he gathered that the French wore almost as keen as the British in their anxiety to develop trado and maintain their interests in tho Pacific. The question had more difficulties than most people were aware of. He beli6ved that these would not be removed unless Australia acted. He appreciated the advantages of Australia having control of New Caledonia, hut it would entail serious obligations. If the integrity of Australian interests and the necessities of the Empire demanded facing new responsibilities, the Commonwealth woulddo eo. Tb e French, however, had a keen sense of national honour, and the importance of preserving their interests in the Pacific. He would be glad to see the deputation's suggestion carried out, but it was impossible to disregard the French point of view.
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Star (Christchurch), Issue 10871, 11 September 1913, Page 2
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