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 :. Conduct coordinated ground, naval, and air action to destroy enemy forces in Indochina.


 * . In the light of circumstances prevailing at the time, and subject to an evaluation of the results of operations conducted under subparagraphs and  above, be prepared to take further action against-Communist China to reduce its war-making capability, such as:


 * (1) Destruction of additional selected military targets. In connection with these additional targets, such action requires an enlarged but highly selective atomic offensive in addition to attacks employing other weapons systems.


 * (2) Blockade of the China coast. This might be instituted progressively from the outset.


 * (3) Seizure or neutralization of Hainan Island.


 * (4) Operations against the Chinese mainland by Chinese Nationalist forces.


 * 4.

The forces which would be employed under current plans during the initial phases of the above operations are those indicated in the Appendix hereto. The duration of the commitment of these forces would depend on the success of French Union forces operations supported by U.S. naval and air operations in defeating communist forces in Indochina.

5. Normal Service logistic arrangement for United States Forces would prevail. CINCPAC would be responsible for providing logistic support. CINCFE would assist by providing material and logistic support as mutually agreed with CINCPAC, or as directed by the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The facilities of MATS and MSTS would be made available to CINCPAC as directed. Existing U.S. bases in Western Pacific are available. Bases with limited facilities in Indochina and the Philippines (other than U.S.) would be available. Effort would be made to obtain or utilize bases on Formosa, if required. The French would provide their own logistic support within capabilities. United States logistical support of French Union Forces and Associated States would be provided as required. The Military Assistance Advisory Group, Indochina, would coordinate and arrange for utilization of facilities and services and would provide logistic support to the United States Liaison Groups and Training Missions. In the event operations should involve the use Rh