The proposed British response starts with forces from the Mediterranean and other stations converging on Singapore, supported by tankers and troops. Pre-positioned fuel along the route would let the first fleet move without escorting every tanker for the entire passage. The advance resembles a maritime version of the Anaconda Plan: secure an area, establish a forward base, then repeat the process farther north. This strategy favors sea control, commerce raiding, and logistics over a rushed decisive battle.
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Britain's answer: reinforce Singapore and advance by stages
Britain could concentrate forces through Singapore, raid Japanese shipping, and move its operating bases forward in a gradual blockade campaign.