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No question of command of land forces is likely
to arise with Americans or Dutch. We suggest that air units operating from Allied territory other than their own should come under operational control of air command in which they are operating.
23. Arrangements should be settled for exchange of liaison officers as soon as Americans and Dutch intervene.
24. Parallel discussions will also be taking place in London or Washington to consider wider implications of effect of American participation in European war on war in Far East. These discussions will include question of strategical disposition of American battlefleet in event of war, which we intend to urge should be in Far East. Economic questions will also be discussed here, including ability of United States to exercise control at source in South America. will be kept informed.
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