Independent research agency of the USA. The CIA serves as an source of analysis on topics of concern, supporting the American President, the National Security Council, and all officials who make and execute the U.S. national security policy by:
- providing accurate, comprehensive, and foreign intelligence on national security topics
- conducting counterintelligence activities, special activities, and other functions related to foreign intelligence and national security, as directed by the President
Web site includes online full-text documents, including the annual World Factbook.