HC Deb 16 June 1921 vol 143 cc598-9
42. Colonel WEDGWOOD

asked the Prime Minister whether Japan's attack on the Far Eastern Republic was discussed during the recent visit of the Crown Prince of Japan to this country; whether any communication was received intimating action of this sort by Japan in Siberia before the action took place; and whether His Majesty's Government have any responsibility in any way for the policy of Japan towards Russia?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

There is, so far as His Majesty's Government are aware, no ground for the implication contained in the question of the hon. and gallant Member, nor have any discussions of the matter taken place.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Is it absolutely untrue that we had any responsibility whatever for what has happened in Vladisvostok?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

Absolutely untrue, and I do not think currency ought lightly to be given to suspicions that are wholly unfounded.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that exactly that denial was required, in view of the statements that are being made in the continental Press?