While Europe prepared for war, agreements and negotiations were also brewing in the Far East that would have a significant impact on the region.
Japan, eager to secure its position in China, began negotiations with the Chinese government. One of the key points of the negotiations was the recognition of Manchukuo as a sovereign country under the Qing dynasty. Japan also sought economic compensation for the years of conflict in the region.
After intense discussions, China finally agreed to recognize Manchukuo as a sovereign country, under the condition that China's territorial integrity would be respected. In addition, financial compensation was agreed to be paid over several years.
At the same time, Japan was negotiating with Germany to sell its interests in China in exchange for money and technology. This agreement would allow Japan to focus its efforts on expansion in the Far East without having to worry about its interests in China.
In addition, a secret treaty was discussed between Germany and Japan, in which they agreed to collaborate closely in the Far East and to support each other in the event of a conflict in the region. In this treaty, they also agreed to help with whatever was necessary to eliminate Mao and the People's Republic of China.
These agreements marked a significant shift in the balance of power in the Far East and laid the foundation for events that would follow in the region.