The document describes current research projects -- those initiated, in progress, and completed during fiscal year 1970 -- in the social and behavioral sciences dealing with international affairs, foreign areas, and United States foreign policy for the use, primarily, of research officers throughout the Government. The research descriptions are arranged by subject matter, with cross-references as appropriate at the end of each section. (Author).

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