The Statesman's Yearbook 2017: The Politics, Cultures and Economies of the World

by Palgrave Macmillan (Editor)

Overview

Now in its 153rd edition, The Statesman's Yearbook continues to be the reference work of choice for accurate and reliable information on every country in the world. Covering political, economic, social and cultural aspects, the Yearbook is also available online for subscribing institutions: www.statesmansyearbook.com.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781137440082
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan UK
Publication date:	08/22/2016
Series:	The Statesman's Yearbook
Edition description:	1st ed. 2016
Pages:	1529
Product dimensions:	7.44(w) x 9.69(h) x (d)

About the Author

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Table of Contents

Time Zones.- Map.- Flags of the World/Map of the World (Colour Pull-out Section).- Key World Facts.- Chronology of World Events.- PART I International Organizations.- PART II: COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD A-Z.- Key Historical Events.- Territory and Population.- Social Statistics.- Climate.- Constitution and Government.- Government Chronology.- Recent Elections.- Current Government.- Current Leaders.- Defence.- Economy.- Energy and Natural Resources.- Environment.- Industry.- International Trade.- Communications.- Social Institutions.- Culture.- Diplomatic Representatives.- Further Reading.- Abbreviations.- Place and International Organizations Index.- Index of Current leaders.