§ 16. Mr. G. Straussasked the Minister of Information whether he is aware that a well-organised and successful Nazi propaganda campaign, through the Press and the radio, is being carried on in Cuba against Great Britain; and whether he will consult with the American Government with a view to taking counter-measures?
§ Sir J. ReithThe Germans are, indeed, endeavouring to influence the Cubans in their favour, but my information about the effect of their propaganda does not quite accord with that of the hon. Member. If he has evidence which would help us I should be very glad to have it. As to the second part of the Question, we are making our own case known in Cuba, but this is not a matter in which we can properly invite the co-operation of a neutral Government.
§ Mr. StraussIs the Minister aware that this propaganda is directed equally against Great Britain and against the United States and that it might be appropriate therefore to ask the co-operation of the United States Government in countering it?
§ Sir J. ReithNo, Sir; in fact I did not know that, and I am glad of the information.