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the world situation at the time, and in the light of the possible consequences upon the role of the United Kingdom and France in United States world strategy, whether United States security interests require taking such military action unilaterally."


 * REASON: In the opinion of the Joint Chiefs of Staff this reservation is vital to the security of the United States.

10. Change the first sentence of subparagraph 7 to read as follows (changes indicated in the usual manner):

""Arrange to conduct a full and frank exchange of views with the British Government with the object of re-examining policy toward Burma and seeking any joint or coordinated action which might contribute toward an improvement in the situation in Burma.""


 * REASON: For preciseness and to preclude any implication that the United States will join in a combined military command for the defense of the area.

11. Change the first sentence of subparagraph 7 to read as follows (changes indicated in the usual manner):

"" develop united action and cooperation among indigenous, anticommunist groups in Burma to resist communist encroachments.""


 * REASON: Burma is an area of British responsibility.

12. Change subparagraph 7 (2) to read as follows (changes indicated in the usual manner); Rh