JAPAN'S POLICY.

Wanganui Herald, Volume LI, Issue 15340, 1 October 1917, Page 5

JAPAN'S POLICY.

SPEECH BY BARON ISHII. and 17. Z. Cable Services.) Received October 1, 9.15 a.m. NEW YORK, September 30. Baron Ishii, head of the Japanese Mission, in a speech, proclaimed that the Monroe doctrine holds good in the Far East. Japan does not seek to assail the integrity and sovereignty, of China, which effectually defends Chinese independence against any aggressor'. Japan welcomes fair and honeßt competition everywhere, and does not seek territorial aggrandisement or spoliation. Baron Ishii appealed to the United States to be a partner and ally of Japan. THE GREEE ARMY--300,000 TO HELP THE ALLIES. Australian and N.Z. Cable Association. WASHINGTON, September 29. The Greek Foreign Office informed the Embassy that the delay in the mobilisation of the Greek army is due to lack of equipment, which England, France, and the United States will furnish. Greece is to supply 300,000 men. It is understood that the Allies' plan is to advance on Sofia, cut off Gerniany's great, supplies from Turkey, neutralise Bulgaria, and force Turkey to a separate peace. The Allies have already equalised the Balkan situation, and Greece will give enough troops to advance to overcome the enemy. An extensive offensive is probable in the late spring. GREEK AFFAIRS. Australian and N.Z. Cable Association. Reoeived October 1, 8.50 p.m. 'ATHENS, September 30. M. Venezelos has given up the portfolio of War Minister, which he has offeredto General Douglas. i