The success of the isolation will be decisive. Therefore, the Fuehrer must reserve the right to give the final order to attack. If it is not certain that a German-Polish conflict will not lead to war in the West, then the fight must be primarily against England and France. If this is impossible, then it will be better to attack in the West and to settle Poland at the same time. The isolation of Poland is a matter of skilful politics.
Japan is a weighty problem.
Even if at first, for various reasons, her collaboration with us appears to be somewhat cool and restricted, it is nevertheless in Japan's own interest to take the initiative in attacking Russia in good time. Economic relations with Russia are possible only if political relations have improved. A cautious trend is apparent in Press comment. Should Russia take steps to oppose us, our relations with Japan may become closer. The Fuehrer doubts the possibility of a peaceful settlement with England.