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A description and analysis of the historical setting and the social, economic, political, and national security systems and institutions of countries throughout the world. (Library of Congress)

Provides guide to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, and background on key institutions.

Political, geographic, economic, and sociological summaries organized by country.

Includes links to news, statistics, organizations, and reports on sectoral information such as agriculture, environment, education, gender, health, trade and governance. Covers developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East.

Provides a comprehensive list of contact resources for all of the world's diplomatic offices.

More than just facts and figures about each country's geography, demographics, economy, government and political system, this website also offers some vital historical, cultural and political background info.

Economic and political risk ratings are featured along with culture, statistical data, and more.

From the Library of Congress

Canadian Foreign Affairs, Country Insights

Includes business, consumer health and education information.

Websites of U.S. Embassies, Consulates, and Diplomatic Missions