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In 1954-55, a stringent review of the Office was made and production priorities were spelled out more clearly. Critical Scientific Intelligence Objectives were derived from the Priority National Intelligence Objectives. The scope of these objectives was briefly as follows:
a. All aspects of the Soviet atomic energy program.
b. All aspects of the Soviet guided missile program but with emphasis on determining research and development capability relative to the creation of an intercontinental ballistic missile.
c. Soviet research, development and future capabilities in the perfection of electronic equipment for use in major offensive and defensive weapons systems.
d. A limited intelligence research coverage of Soviet air, ground, and naval weapons as a supplement to surveillance by Service Intelligence Agencies in these areas.
e. A comprehensive coverage of Sino-Soviet Bloc capabilities in the scientific and technological frontier areas where unique advances of military or economic significance may occur.
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