| Selected threats | Critical threat | Important, not critical | Not important |
|---|---|---|---|
| Development of nuclear weapons by Iran | 83% | 16% | 1% |
| Development of nuclear weaons by North Korea | 83% | 14% | 3% |
| International terrorism | 81% | 17% | 2% |
| Islamic fundamentalism | 53% | 28% | 12% |
| The economic power of China | 52% | 39% | 8% |
| The military power of China | 51% | 39% | 8% |
| The conflict between Israel and the Palestinians | 44% | 44% | 9% |
| The military power of Russia | 29% | 53% | 17% |
| The conflict between India and Pakistan | 25% | 55% | 15% |
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Release date
February 2013
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Region
United States
Survey time period
February 7 to 10, 2013
Number of respondents
1,015 respondents
Age group
18 years and older
Method of interview
Telephone interview
Supplementary notes
Original survey question: "Next, I am going to read you a list of possible threats to the vital interests of the United States in the next 10 years. For each one, please tell me if you see this as a critical threat, an important but not critical threat, or not an important threat at all."
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