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July 27, 1982

National Intelligence Estimate NIE 4-82, 'Nuclear Proliferation Trends Through 1987'

This estimate seeks to analyze the actions of a series of countries, which in the course of 1982-1987 could affect U.S. interests. It analyzes countries with developing nuclear programs in different regions in the world (South Asia, East Asia, Near East, Latin America, and Africa) and their intentions and capabilities in terms of nuclear weapons.

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