The treaty between Japan and Thailand concerning the continuance of friendly relations and the mutual respect of each other's territorial integrity was signed between the Foreign Minister, Mr. Hachiro Arita, and the Thai Minister to Japan, Mr. Phya Sri Sena at 10:00 o'clock this morning, June 12, at the official residence of the Foreign Minister.
This treaty has been concluded for the purpose of reaffirming and solidifying further the traditional relations of amity between the two countries and to contribute thereby toward the stability and peace of East Asia. Its main points are: (1) mutual respect of the territories of the High Contracting Parties and confirmation of the peace and friendly relations between them; (2) exchange of information and consultation with regard to matters of interest common to the two countries; (3) pledge, in case of one of the High Contracting Parties being attacked by a third country, of non-assistance to that third country. The treaty will be effective from the day of the exchange of ratifications and will be valid for five years.