794.00/152a: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Chargé in Japan (Dooman)
Washington, August 25,
1939—6 p.m.
266. Having in mind the turn of events in both Japan and Europe which has followed the unexpected announcement of the German-Soviet non-aggression agreement and the possibility inherent in the situation of unpredictable developments in the Far East, the Department is confident that you will be on the alert for any indications of any new and important diplomatic moves initiated by the Japanese Government or by the diplomatic representatives of other powers at Tokyo and that you will promptly report any such indications to the Department.
Hull