Basic Country information
Information from the US Department of State
This encyclopedia explores the similarities and differences of over two hundred different cultures, explains how geographic borders define and separate nations, and describes cultural variations in foods, rituals, pastimes, and philosophies.
Country Studies, The Library of Congress
Most of these studies were published between 1988-1998, although a few have been updated. They offer historical information and perspective.
World Constitutions Illustrated
Digitized legal gazettes from the Law Library of Congress.
Includes time series information on over 400 indicators of global development. Data are from sources such as the UN, International Labour Organization, World Bank, World Health Organization, and OECD.
UN State Information
Organizations of Interest
Their reports allow sorting by topic or country. Also check out the "issues" tab at the top of the page.
Transparency International provides information on corruption in government.
The IMF works to foster global growth and economic stability. Look for research, data, country reports, and publications.
International Studies Association
"ISA was founded in 1959 to promote research and education in international affairs. With well over six thousand members in North America and around the world, ISA is the most respected and widely known scholarly association in this field. ISA cooperates with 57 international studies organizations in over 30 countries, is a member of the International Social Science Council, and enjoys nongovernmental consultative status with the United Nations."
Databases with a regional focus
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Caribbean Search This link opens in a new window
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Central and Eastern European Academic Source This link opens in a new window
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Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies This link opens in a new window
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