A country-by-country guide to the world . the product of 67 years of
CIA intelligence. From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, The CIA World Factbook
2010 offers complete and up-to-date information on the world.s nations.
This all-inclusive reference guide has been updated for 2010 with
detailed information on politics, populations, military expenditures,
economics, and much more.

It includes:

* Useful maps with new geopolitical data
* Details on prominent political parties, and contact information for
diplomatic consultation
* A full description of the population of each country, with information
on literacy rates, HIV prevalence, and age structure
* A complete economic overview, from household income to gross domestic
product
* Information on transportation and communication infrastructure
* New data on military expenditures and capabilities
* User-friendly headings, sub-headings, an index, and a list of physical
coordinates of major places for easy reading

There are also appendices offering useful abbreviations, a list
of international organizations and groups, international environmental
agreements, the conversion of weights and measures, and more. Originally
intended for use by government officials, this amazingly useful reference
guide is a must for every student, traveler, journalist, and businessperson.
Also included, are 160 black-and-white illustrations.

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