Global / International Studies

Full profiles provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, and background on key institutions.
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Provided by the United Nations Statistics Division. Search and download a variety of statistical resources compiled by the United Nations (UN) statistical system and other international agencies. Covers a wide range of statistical themes including agriculture, crime, communication, development assistance, education, energy, environment, finance, gender, health, labor market, manufacturing, national accounts, population and migration, science and technology, tourism, transport and trade.

The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.