Well, the holidays are over ... Here is the problem we are facing - for two years Mussolini has been actively developing trade relations with China. When we chatted for the Japanese, the Italians built a Fiat factory in China and provided the Maoists with weapons for the three divisions, so that Chiang Kai Sook could only flee to Taiwan.

We have our old commitments to Chang, and no one wants to let China fall into Mao's paw.

At the moment, with the help of the Italian fleet, the Communists are preparing for a frontal attack on Taiwan. How long will Kuomintang maintain the island - we do not know. Mussolini has a Chinese spot somewhere - he's base, prestige and money. Regia Marina - if at all - will join the action at the last minute. Anyhow, the presence of "Vittorio Venetto" however I would not disregard ....
