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SECRET 4 UNCLASSIFIED - - Our options in the event of a worsening insurgency situation and the lack of an effective Philippine response. -- Our options in the event of a threatened military takeover or other extra-constitutional challenge to the Aquino government. The most appropriate approach for the United States to prepare for the 1988 base review. -- The most effective ways to ensure continued bipartisan support in Congress for a responsible United States policy towards the Philippines. The best means of channeling the support of friendly nations into effective political support for democracy in the Philippines. isj The study shall be conducted on a need-to-know basis by an interagency group chaired by the Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs. The rapid review of assistance and trade and investment issues should be completed by January 29, 1988. The general review of United States Government policy and updating of NSSD 6-87 should be completed by March 10, 1988. r Bonald Ragon SBORET