HC Deb 02 December 1943 vol 395 cc516-7
56. Mr. John Dugdale

asked the Secretary of State for Burma whether in order to counter Japanese propaganda he can make a statement regarding the political future of Burma after its re-conquest?

The Secretary of State for Burma (Mr. Amery)

I have nothing to add to the answer to a Question by the hon. Member for West Leyton (Mr. Sorensen) on 22nd April, except that the best counter to Japanese propaganda is Allied victory.

Mr. Dugdale

While I agree with the last part of the statement, does not the right hon. Gentleman feel that the Burmese opposition to Japanese aggression would be far more resolute if the Burmese people knew what they are fighting for as well as what they are fighting against?

Mr. Amery

As I pointed out in my previous answer, the general policy of this Government towards Burma has been made amply clear on more than one occasion.