The Independent Working Group (IWG) on Post-ABM Treaty Missile Defence and Space Relationship was formed in 2002. As stated within the report, the goals of the group are:
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To examine the evolving threats to the United States, its overseas forces, allies, and coalition partners from the proliferation of ballistic missiles
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to examine missile defence requirements in the twenty-first century security setting
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to assess current missile defence programmes in light of opportunities afforded by US withdrawal from the ABM Treaty
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To set forth general and specific recommendations for a robust, layered missile defence for the United States.
