3. The Political Advisor will provide, on a continuing basis and as required, political, politico-military, and economic information of an international character, acting at all times in an advisory and consultative capacity to the Commander-in-Chief. 4. Department of Defense agencies will provide logistic support for the Political Advisor and his staff, including suitable office space and housing, communication facilities and, when required, official local transportation. Housing and transportation (other than normal access to motor pools), if provided by the Department of Defense, will be on a reimbursable basis. 5. The Political Advisor may communicate directly with the Department of State and with U.S. Foreign Service Posts on matters within his area of responsibility. He will consult with the Commander-in-Chief in connection with any communication on important policy matters. 6. The assignment of a Political Advisor will in no way affect the present prerogatives of the Commander-in-Chief to deal directly with offices or individuals where required in the performance of his duties. |