CIA Weighs Creating Special China Unit

The CIA is considering creating a dedicated mission center for China to enhance its focus and capabilities regarding Chinese activities. This move is part of a broader review by Director William Byrne and aims to elevate China's priority within the agency. The CIA is also exploring deploying China specialists globally, similar to Cold War strategies against the Soviet Union, and addressing concerns over China's extensive technical surveillance and espionage activities.

What is the primary goal of the CIA's proposed mission center for China?

• To collaborate with China on global issues

• To improve diplomatic relations with China

• To reduce espionage activities in the US

• To gain greater insight into China

How does the proposed mission center for China differ from the existing mission center?

• It focuses solely on China

• It includes all of East Asia

• It is based in China

• It is a temporary initiative

What historical approach is the CIA considering to counter China's influence?

• Conducting joint military exercises

• Forming alliances with neighboring countries

• Increasing trade sanctions

• Deploying China specialists globally

What concern has been raised by senior officials regarding China?

• China's economic growth

• China's technical surveillance

• China's environmental policies

• China's cultural influence

What did Director Burns mention in his interview about dealing with China?

• Reducing military presence

• Addressing technical surveillance

• Increasing diplomatic efforts

• Enhancing cultural exchanges