A long alliance and similarities between the British and Japanese monarchical systems are presented as reasons for greater diplomatic familiarity. British and French relations with Japan are also distinguished from Japan's historical response to American pressure. In China, cooperation among the powers could preserve separate spheres of influence. Britain and France might tolerate Japanese action outside their own spheres while requiring Japan to respect their interests. The discussion describes the imperial arrangement contemplated by the scenario and expressly rejects endorsing it.
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Alliance familiarity and imperial spheres in China
The diplomatic scenario combines an established Anglo-Japanese relationship with tolerance of expansion beyond protected imperial interests.