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In those countries where ability in the language is essential to the eflfectiveness 

 of the work of the Attach^, command of the language is a requirement. 



Expanding Functions of Scientific Attaches 



Beginning with the function of collecting scientific information, and 

 expanding to an array of policy analysis and reporting functions, the 

 system of scientific attaches continued to enlarge in scope. By 1967, 

 SCI had identified eight major missions that the attach^ was ex- 

 pected to execute. He was to have the requisite prestige to provide 

 entree to governmental and scientific leaders. He was to establish a 

 good working relationship with the Ambassador to facilitate the flow 

 of acceptable support on substantive matters involving science and 

 technology. Countries where attaches were deployed would be those 

 in which developments in science and technology were germane to 

 U.S. foreign policy, or those in which U.S. foreign policy called for 

 assistance to the nation in developing a native capability in science 

 and technology. Within this framework the attach^, would have "the 

 following duties and responsibilities" : 



1. Participates in the development of policy by bringing to bear on the problems 

 confronting the Mission to which he is assigned the perspective and insights of a 

 scientist through evaluation and guidance on the scientific and technical aspects 

 of such problems. 



2. Recommends areas of activity in the scientific and technical fields which 

 will assist the Embassy in its conduct of U.S. relations in that country. Such 

 recommendations include analysis of the technical implications involved; possible 

 actions for broadening the area of associations of the Embassj'' which can con- 

 tribute to international understanding; interpretation and evaluation of the 

 interaction of science and technology with local political, economic, military and 

 commercial developments in that country; and providing assistance in the correct 

 and adequate presentation of U.S. scientific and technological developments and 

 interests. Help to identify areas of bilateral cooperation in the fieMs of science 

 and technology which can contribute to closer association and collaboration. 



3. Coordinates the activities of the technical representatives of other U.S. 

 agencies at the Embassies on U.S. scientific and technological programs and 

 activities in that country in order to provide them with adequate foreign policy 

 guidance and to ensure their full participation in the objectives of the U.S. 

 Mission. The Attach^ and the other agency representatives work as a science 

 team so as to make a maximum contribution to the mission of the post and to 

 the objectives of U.S. science. 



4. Serves as point of liaison with, and provides foreign policy advice and guid- 

 ance to U.S. scientific missions in the country of assignment and visiting U.S. 

 scientists. Arranges appropriate briefings and visits with Embassy personnel. 



5. Studies in depth and prepares analytical and evaluative reports on significant 

 scientific and technological developments, and on the organization or administra- 

 tion of science. Provides reports required by standard reporting requirements, ad 

 hoc request from the Department of State or those prompted by his own awareness 

 for matters which should be the concern of the Department and the scientific 

 agencies of the Government. 



6. Represents the Ambassador to the foreign scientific community as a means 

 for broadening the area of association for the Embassy, for explaining U.S. 

 policies, for encouraging broader areas of cooperation and exchange in scientific 

 and technological information and activities and to explore ways of developing 

 meaningful dialogue which can contribute to understanding between that country 

 and the United States. This involves visits to universities, scientific institutes 

 and laboratories, and with individual scientists and technologists in the discussion 

 of mutual problems and concerns. 



7. Represents the Ambassador, the Department, and other agencies at scientific 

 and technological meetings, conferences, ceremonies and similar activities. Ar- 

 ranges the Ambassador's participation where appropriate and assists in the 

 preparation of statements to be given before such scientific groups. 



8. Analyzes and reports on scientific and technological developments in nearby 

 countries, when so assigned. Maintains liaison and working relationships with 



