English Translation

M of 24.7.1940 - Sign Rk. 8321 B II has been formally confirmed and has also been adhered to in the subsequent period, according to the order of the Führer over the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia of 20.8.1943 the government activities which cover the interests of the Reich in the Protectorates with the tasks and powers transferred to the Reich Protector for this purpose lie in my capacity as "German Minister of State for Bohemia and the Moravian Republic", while the representation of the Pührer as head of the Empire is to the Imperial Protector. In this way - just as was the case with the Reichsprotektor on lawmaking in the Protectorate - the participation in the above-mentioned legislative acts has been transferred to me. Since you have announced the provisions of the Führer Order in this respect to the Supreme Reich authorities and the departments directly under the Förder, it is clear that there is no doubt as to the necessity of my material participation and, if necessary, of their external exaggeration. In view of the particular importance of this question, however, I would be grateful if you would draw the attention of the Supreme Reich authorities specifically to the changed situation. In this case, a reference would also be made to the fact that, in cases where laws or regulations expressly provide for the agreement of the Reichsprotector on the adoption of implementing regulations or measures, agreement must now be reached with me. With binding greetings and salvation Hitler her very devoted E> 2.) wv. after departure with me. Wajetacaat