§ 3. Mr. Manderasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether it is the policy of His Majesty's Government to confer with the Government of the United States of America on matters affecting their common interests in the Far East; and whether discussions are taking place, or pending, on Japan's new Monroe doctrine clauses for the Far East?
§ Mr. ButlerUnited States policy in the Far East is the sole concern of the United States Government, but naturally His Majesty's Government exchange views with them from time to time on all matters of common interest.
§ Mr. ManderAre the Government in fact exchanging views with the United States Government with regard to this 1140 new policy of Japan and the Monroe doctrine in the Far East?
§ Mr. ButlerI think that is covered by my answer.
§ Mr. PriceIs the right hon. Gentleman aware of the enormous importance of cooperation between ourselves and the United States in the Far East?
§ Mr. ButlerYes, Sir, but, as I said, the policy of the United States solely concerns that country.