8 APRIL 1916, Page 3

Mr. Asquith's visit to Rome has been an unqualified success.

He is the first British Prime Minister to be received officially by an Italian Prime Minister, and we trust that the bond of sentiment which has long bound Britain to Italy will be strengthened more and more in the difficult days to come. This was the burden of Mr. Asquith's speeches. He pointed out how necessary it was for the Allies to act together, not only in the production of armaments, but in industry, transport services, and finance. A hearty reception was expected for him, but the fact exceeded the expectation. Mr. Asquith also visited the war zone.