The Four Principles enunciated by U.S. Secretary of State Hull as a basis for negotiation with Japan: "The Four Principles"
- Respect for the territorial integrity and the sovereignty of each and all nations.
- Support of the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
- Support of the principle of equality, including equality of commercial opportunity.
- Non-disturbance of the status quo in the Pacific except as the status quo may be altered by peaceful means.
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