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Country and Area Studies

Use these tools to find country specific information. They are particularly useful for obtaining quick data and statistics, and for country-specific overviews of current and historic political and socio-economic conditions.

CIA World Factbook
Information on countries, territories, and dependencies. Also included are entries on parts of the world whose status has not yet been resolved (e.g., West Bank). Includes maps, demographic and infrastructure information, as well as country profiles, and visual images of flags.
Europa World Plus
Provides detailed political and economic information and statistics on over 250 countries and territories. Excellent for broad overviews of political climates and recent histories.
A Guide to Countries of the World (Oxford)
Providing a brief overview of every country in the world, this guide covers social, economic, religious and political issues. It also features maps and vital statistics such as population figures, GNP, and life expectancy
Political Risk Yearbook Online
Political and economic risk reports on over 100 countries. Each report includes a chronology and overview of recent eco-political events, along with a forecast of likely changes in government policy relating to foreign trade & investment.
Statesman's Yearbook (2024)
Accurate and reliable information on every country in the world. Covering political, economic, social and cultural aspects.
Statesman's Yearbook
Call number: JA 51 S7 2019 Scott and Frost Reference (Older editions available online: 1864-1951)
Annual compilation of statistics, facts, and information about every country in the world.

Area Studies Resarch Guides

African Studies
by Norda Bell Last Updated Feb 1, 2024 363 views this year
Asian Studies
by Haiyun Cao Last Updated Nov 21, 2024 422 views this year
Canadian Studies
by Dany Savard Last Updated Oct 16, 2023 480 views this year
Spanish & Latin American Studies
by P. Warren Last Updated Nov 28, 2023 149 views this year
Hong Kong Studies
by Haiyun Cao Last Updated Mar 18, 2024 240 views this year

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