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TOP SECRET :. Whether or not the United Nations so acts, seek the maximum international support for participation in military courses of action required by the situation.


 * . Carry out the following minimum courses of military action, either under UN auspices or as part of a joint effort with France, the UK, and any other friendly governments, or unilaterally if necessary,


 * (1) Provide, as may be practicable, air and naval assistance for a resolute defense of Indochina itself; calling upon France and the Associated States to provide ground forces.


 * (2) Provide the major forces to interdict Chinese Communist communication lines, including those in China; calling upon the UK and Franco to provide token forces and such other assistance as is normal among allies.


 * (3) Provide logistical support to other participating nations as may be necessary.


 * . Take the following additional actions, if appropriate to the situation:


 * (1) If agreed pursuant to paragraph 30 above, establish jointly with the UK and France a naval blockade of Communist China.


 * (2) Intensify covert operations to aid guerrilla forces against Communist China and to interfere with and disrupt Chinese Communist lines of communication.

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