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Book SynopsisThe definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical and directory data. General SurveyThoroughly revised and updated analytical articles written by experts on the region and covering both continent-wide and sub-regional issues. Country SurveysIndividual chapters on every country incorporating:essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economies an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a full directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media, finance, trade and industry, and defence a useful bibliography, providing sources for further research. Regional InformationDetailed information on regional organizations; commodities; research institutes; and select bibliographies of books and periodicals.Trade Review"This is probably the best reference work available on this part of the African continent." – Reference Reviews "This edition provides a timely benchmark for the notoriously fluid sub- Saharan region." – RUSI Journal "A well-balanced, well-judged and remarkably comprehensive volume." – Times Literary Supplement "This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to African countries and organizations." – International Affairs "The best thing of its kind on the market." – West Africa "La più accurata e completa radiografia economico geografica di questa parte di mondo." – Atlante Milan "Splendid annual survey." – Reference & Research Book News "A welcome addition to any library shelf." – Africa Events "Packed with information on countries from Angola to Zimbabwe ... an invaluable reference guide to the Continent." – African Review Table of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyEconomic Trends in Africa South of the Sahara DONALD L. SPARKSBeyond Françafrique—The State of Relations Between France and Africa TONY CHAFER State Failure in Africa: Causes, Consequences and Responses PAUL D. WILLIAMS A Century of Development: Policy and Process in Sub-Saharan Africa MICHAEL JENNINGS An Analysis of the Rule of Law in Sub-Saharan Africa LEIGHANN SPENCER Brazil’s Declining Engagement with Africa GERHARD SEIBERT PART TWO Country SurveysEssays on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country: ANGOLARecent History SYLVIA CROESE Economy SYLVIA CROESE BENINRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY BOTSWANARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY BURKINA FASORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY BURUNDIRecent History DEVON E. A. CURTIS Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE CABO VERDERecent History GERHARD SEIBERT Economy GERHARD SEIBERT CAMEROONRecent History HELEN WARE Economy TICKY MONEKOSSO THE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLICRecent History JUAN FANDOS-RIUS Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDECHADRecent History Economy PAUL MELLY THE COMOROSRecent History PAUL MELLY Economy PAUL MELLY Mayotte THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History ZOE MARRIAGEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDETHE REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy TICKY MONEKOSSOCÔTE D’IVOIRERecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTDJIBOUTIRecent History DAVID STYANEconomy DAVID STYAN EQUATORIAL GUINEARecent History MARISÉ CASTROEconomy MARISÉ CASTROERITREARecent History WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAYEconomy WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAYESWATINI (SWAZILAND)Recent History HUGH MACMILLANEconomy ETHIOPIARecent History SOLOMON M. GOFIE Economy GABONRecent History RALPH YOUNGEconomy RALPH YOUNGTHE GAMBIARecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy ROBERT E. LOONEYGHANARecent History GEORGE M. BOB-MILLIAREconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYGUINEARecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTGUINEA-BISSAURecent History MARIE GIBERT (based on an earlier article by ALEXANDRE ABREU)Economy MARIE GIBERT (based on an earlier article by ALEXANDRE ABREU) KENYARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDELESOTHORecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy LIBERIARecent History FRED VAN DER KRAAIJEconomy FRED VAN DER KRAAIJMADAGASCARRecent History JULIAN COOKE (based on an earlier article by MERVYN BROWN)Economy JULIAN COOKE MALAWIRecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy MALIRecent History STEPHEN HARMONEconomy PAUL MELLYMAURITANIARecent History GIUSEPPE MAIMONE Economy PAUL MELLYMAURITIUSRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy BOOPEN SEETANAH and SHEEREEN FAUZELMOZAMBIQUERecent History MARISÉ CASTROEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYNAMIBIARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy NIGERRecent History LUCA RAINERI (based on an earlier article by ABDOURAHMANE IDRISSA)Economy NIGERIARecent History MAX SIOLLUN Economy ROBERT E. LOONEYRÉUNIONRecent HistoryEconomyRWANDARecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDESAINT HELENA, ASCENSION AND TRISTAN DA CUNHARecent History EconomySÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPERecent History GERHARD SEIBERTEconomy GERHARD SEIBERTSENEGALRecent History KATHARINE MURISONEconomy MARIE GIBERTSEYCHELLESRecent History KATHARINE MURISONEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSIERRA LEONERecent History LEIGHANN SPENCEREconomy SOMALIARecent History Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE (based on an earlier article by ANNA BRUZZONE SOUTH AFRICARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSOUTH SUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDESUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDETANZANIARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy JÖRG WIEGRATZ TOGORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY UGANDARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGS Economy JÖRG WIEGRATZ ZAMBIARecent History SISHUWA SISHUWA (based on an earlier article by GREGORY MTHEMBU-SALTER) Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDEZIMBABWERecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy ALBERT MAKOCHEKANWA PART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF AFRICA CALENDARS RESEARCH INSTITUTES CONCERNED WITH AFRICA SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive survey of the countries of East and South-East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, along with 22 Pacific islands, fully revised to reflect current economic and political developments, is an essential resource for the Asia-Pacific region.Calendar of Political EventsA calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the yearâs main political developmentsGeneral SurveyWritten by leading experts, this collection of essays provides incisive analysis of regional issues.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country containing: essays on geography, history and the economy an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and education a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political, financial anTable of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyThe USA’s Turn Against China: Determinants, Evolution and OutlookROBERT SUTTERRegional Trade Developments in the Asia-Pacific Region: From the USA-China Trade War to the COVID-19 PandemicMICHAEL G. PLUMMERChina’s Belt and Road InitiativeROBERT E. LOONEYIslam in South-East Asia: Politics in FaithWALID JUMBLATT BIN ABDULLAHThe Korean Peninsula: Conflict and DialogueAIDAN FOSTER-CARTERPART TWO Country SurveysSections on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country. A dedicated section on the Pacific islands, which includes an introductory essay and directory and statistical information for each of the Pacific islands and a locally focused bibliography.AUSTRALIAHistory FRANK BONGIORNOEconomy DOUGLAS HUNT and SHYAMA RATNASIRIAUSTRALIAN DEPENDENCIES IN THE INDIAN OCEANAshmore and Cartier IslandsChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsHeard Island and the McDonald IslandsBRUNEIHistory CHRISTOPHER B. ROBERTSEconomy WEE CHIAN KOHCAMBODIAHistory TRUDE JACOBSENEconomy SOPHAL EAR and GAEA MORALESTHE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINAHistory KERRY BROWNEconomy ROBERT F. ASHCHINESE SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONSHONG KONGHistory JAMES TANG (based on an earlier article by N. J. MINERS)Economy LOK SANG HOMACAOHistoryEconomyINDONESIAHistory JAMES R. RUSHEconomy ANNE BOOTHJAPANHistory DEAN ASZKIELOWICZEconomy HIROAKI RICHARD WATANABEKOREAHistory up to the Korean War ANDREW C. NAHM (with revisions by JAMES E. HOARE)THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory AIDAN FOSTER-CARTER (based on an earlier article by ANDREW C. NAHM)Economy ROBERT F. ASHTHE REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory AIDAN FOSTER-CARTER (based on an earlier article by ANDREW C. NAHM)Economy RANDALL JONESTHE LAO PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICHistory VOLKER GRABOWKSYEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYMALAYSIAHistory JAMES CHIN and ANTHONY MILNEREconomy MICHAEL MEOW-CHUNG YAPMONGOLIAHistory LI NARANGOAEconomy CHARLES KRUSEKOPFMYANMAR (BURMA)History ARDETH THAWNGHMUNGEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYNEW ZEALANDHistory JEANINE GRAHAMEconomy KENNETH E. JACKSONTHE PACIFIC ISLANDSBackground to the Pacific Islands BRYANT J. ALLENHistory of the Pacific Islands IAN CAMPBELLContemporary Politics of the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTH and PAUL D’ARCYSecurity in the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTH and PAUL D’ARCYEconomies of the Pacific Islands RONALD DUNCANEnvironmental Issues of the Pacific Islands ROSS STEELEAUSTRALIAN PACIFIC TERRITORIESCoral Sea Islands TerritoryNorfolk IslandFIJIFRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS COLLECTIVITIESFrench PolynesiaThe Wallis and Futuna IslandsOTHER FRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS TERRITORYNew CaledoniaKIRIBATITHE MARSHALL ISLANDSTHE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIANAURUNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC TERRITORYTokelauNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC ASSOCIATED STATESThe Cook IslandsNiuePALAUPAPUA NEW GUINEASAMOASOLOMON ISLANDSTONGATUVALUUNITED KINGDOM PACIFIC TERRITORYThe Pitcairn IslandsUS COMMONWEALTH TERRITORY IN THE PACIFICThe Northern Mariana IslandsUS EXTERNAL TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICAmerican SamoaGuamOTHER US TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICBaker and Howland IslandsJarvis IslandJohnston AtollKingman ReefMidway IslandPalmyraWake IslandVANUATUTHE PHILIPPINESHistory JOHN T. SIDELEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSINGAPOREHistory S. R. JOEY LONGEconomy CHAN KOK HOETAIWANHistory DAFYDD FELLEconomy ROBERT F. ASHTHAILANDHistory NICHOLAS FARRELLYEconomy BHANUPONG NIDHIPRABHATIMOR-LESTE (EAST TIMOR)History MICHAEL LEACHEconomy MATS LUNDAHL and FREDRIK SJÖHOLMVIET NAMHistory JÖRN DOSCHEconomy SUIWAH LEUNGPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF ASIA AND THE PACIFICCALENDARS AND TIME RECKONINGRESEARCH INSTITUTES STUDYING THE FAR EAST AND AUSTRALASIASELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)INDEX OF REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSINDEX OF TERRITORIESLIST OF MAPS

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Book SynopsisThe definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical and directory data. General SurveyThoroughly revised and updated analytical articles written by experts on the region and covering both continent-wide and sub-regional issues. Country SurveysIndividual chapters on every country incorporating:essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economies an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a full directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media, finance, trade and industry, and defence a useful bibliography, providing sources for further research. Regional InformationDetailed information on regional organizations; commodities; research institutes; Table of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyEconomic Trends in Africa South of the SaharaDONALD L. SPARKS Beyond Françafrique—The State of Relations Between France and Africa TONY CHAFER A Century of Development: Policy and Process in Sub-Saharan Africa MICHAEL JENNINGSAn Analysis of the Rule of Law in Sub-Saharan AfricaLEIGHANN SPENCER PART TWO Country Surveys Essays on geography, history, and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country:ANGOLARecent History BRAD SAFARIK Economy BRAD SAFARIK BENINRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY BOTSWANARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY BRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY BURKINA FASORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY BURUNDIRecent History DEVON E. A. CURTIS Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE CABO VERDERecent History GERHARD SEIBERT Economy GERHARD SEIBERT CAMEROONRecent History HELEN WARE Economy TICKY MONEKOSSO THE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLICRecent History JUAN FANDOS-RIUS Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE CHADRecent History MOUDWE DAGA Economy PAUL MELLY THE COMOROSRecent History PAUL MELLY Economy PAUL MELLYMAYOTTETHE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History ZOE MARRIAGE Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE THE REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy TICKY MONEKOSSO CÔTE D’IVOIRERecent History MARIE GIBERT Economy MARIE GIBERT DJIBOUTIRecent History DAVID STYAN Economy DAVID STYAN EQUATORIAL GUINEARecent History MARISÉ CASTRO Economy MARISÉ CASTRO ERITREARecent History WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAY Economy WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAY ESWATINI (SWAZILAND)Recent History HUGH MACMILLAN Economy DONALD L. SPARKS ETHIOPIARecent History SOLOMON M. GOFIE Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY GABONRecent History RALPH YOUNG Economy RALPH YOUNG THE GAMBIARecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY GHANARecent History GEORGE M. BOB-MILLIAR Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY GUINEARecent History MARIE GIBERT Economy MARIE GIBERT GUINEA-BISSAURecent History MARIE GIBERT (based on an earlier article by ALEXANDRE ABREU) Economy MARIE GIBERT (based on an earlier article by ALEXANDRE ABREU) KENYARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGS Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE LESOTHORecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy DONALD L. SPARKS LIBERIARecent History FRED VAN DER KRAAIJ Economy FRED VAN DER KRAAIJ MADAGASCARRecent History JULIAN COOKE (based on an earlier article by MERVYN BROWN) Economy JULIAN COOKE MALAWIRecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy DONALD L. SPARKS MALIRecent History STEPHEN HARMON Economy PAUL MELLY MAURITANIARecent History GIUSEPPE MAIMONE Economy PAUL MELLY MAURITIUSRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy BOOPEN SEETANAH, SHEEREEN FAUZEL and VERENA TANDRAYEN-RAGOOBUR MOZAMBIQUERecent History MARISÉ CASTRO Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY NAMIBIARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy DONALD L. SPARKS NIGERRecent History LUCA RAINERI (based on an earlier article by ABDOURAHMANE IDRISSA)Economy ABDOURAHMANE IDRISSA NIGERIARecent History MAX SIOLLUN Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY RÉUNIONRecent History Economy RWANDARecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDE Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE SAINT HELENA, ASCENSION ANDTRISTAN DA CUNHARecent History Economy SÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPERecent History GERHARD SEIBERT Economy GERHARD SEIBERT SENEGALRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy MARIE GIBERT SEYCHELLESRecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY SIERRA LEONERecent History LEIGHANN SPENCEREconomy BJÖRN DAHLIN VAN WEES SOMALIARecent History ANNA BRUZZONE Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE SOUTH AFRICARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS Economy ROBERT E. LOONEY SOUTH SUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDE SUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDE TANZANIARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGS Economy JÖRG WIEGRATZ TOGORecent History KATHARINE MURISON Economy PAUL MELLY UGANDARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy JÖRG WIEGRATZ ZAMBIARecent History SISHUWA SISHUWA Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE ZIMBABWERecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ALBERT MAKOCHEKANWA PART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF AFRICACALENDARS RESEARCH INSTITUTES CONCERNED WITH AFRICA SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS) SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive survey of the countries of East and South-East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, along with 22 Pacific islands, fully revised to reflect current economic and political developments, is an essential resource for the Asia-Pacific region.Calendar of Political EventsA calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the yearâs main political developmentsGeneral SurveyWritten by leading experts, this collection of essays provides incisive analysis of regional issues.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country containing: essays on geography, history and the economy an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and education a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political, financial anTrade Review"An excellent reference work that no library should be without." – International Affairs"... a superb resource which should be in the reference section of any serious research library." – Pacific Affairs"... the directory on government agencies, trade associations, major companies and much else will assist even the seasoned observer of the Asia Pacific." – Asia Pacific Business Review"The best publication of its type." – Defence and Foreign Affairs"This annual one-volume publication is a masterly piece of work, containing a wealth of information." – Reference ReviewsTable of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyMultilateralism, East Asia and Regional OrderNICK BISLEYAustralia-China Relations: The Larrikin and the Rising GiantYI WANGEconomic Impact of COVID-19 and Recovery in South-East AsiaJAYANT MENONThe USA’s Turn Against China: Biden’s Election and Policy in the Asia-Pacific RegionROBERT SUTTERThe Korean Peninsula: Conflict and DialogueAIDAN FOSTER-CARTERPART TWO Country SurveysSections on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country. A dedicated section on the Pacific islands, which includes an introductory essay and directory and statistical information for each of the Pacific islands and a locally focused bibliography.AUSTRALIAHistory FRANK BONGIORNOEconomy DOUGLAS HUNT and SHYAMA RATNASIRIAUSTRALIAN DEPENDENCIES IN THE INDIAN OCEANAshmore and Cartier IslandsChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsHeard Island and the McDonald IslandsBRUNEIHistory STEPHEN C. DRUCEEconomy WEE CHIAN KOHCAMBODIAHistory TRUDE JACOBSEN GIDASZEWSKIEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYTHE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINAHistory KERRY BROWNEconomy ROBERT F. ASHCHINESE SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONSHONG KONGHistory JAMES TANG (based on an earlier article by N. J. MINERS)Economy LOK SANG HOMACAOHistoryEconomyINDONESIAHistory JAMES R. RUSHEconomy ANNE BOOTHJAPANHistory DEAN ASZKIELOWICZEconomy HIROAKI RICHARD WATANABEKOREAHistory up to the Korean War ANDREW C. NAHM (with revisions by JAMES E. HOARE)THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory AIDAN FOSTER-CARTER (based on an earlier article by ANDREW C. NAHM)Economy ROBERT F. ASHTHE REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory AIDAN FOSTER-CARTER (based on an earlier article by ANDREW C. NAHM)Economy RANDALL S. JONESTHE LAO PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICHistory VOLKER GRABOWKSYEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYMALAYSIAHistory JAMES CHIN and ANTHONY MILNEREconomy MICHAEL MEOW-CHUNG YAPMONGOLIAHistory LI NARANGOAEconomy CHARLES KRUSEKOPFMYANMAR (BURMA)History ARDETH THAWNGHMUNGEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYNEW ZEALANDHistory JEANINE GRAHAMEconomy KENNETH E. JACKSONTHE PACIFIC ISLANDSBackground to the Pacific Islands BRYANT J. ALLENHistory of the Pacific Islands IAN CAMPBELLContemporary Politics of the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTHSecurity in the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTHEconomies of the Pacific Islands RONALD DUNCANEnvironmental Issues of the Pacific Islands ROSS STEELEAUSTRALIAN PACIFIC TERRITORIESCoral Sea Islands TerritoryNorfolk IslandFIJIFRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS COLLECTIVITIESFrench PolynesiaThe Wallis and Futuna IslandsOTHER FRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS TERRITORYNew CaledoniaKIRIBATITHE MARSHALL ISLANDSTHE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIANAURUNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC TERRITORYTokelauNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC ASSOCIATED STATESThe Cook IslandsNiuePALAUPAPUA NEW GUINEASAMOASOLOMON ISLANDSTONGATUVALUUNITED KINGDOM PACIFIC TERRITORYThe Pitcairn IslandsUS COMMONWEALTH TERRITORY IN THE PACIFICThe Northern Mariana IslandsUS EXTERNAL TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICAmerican SamoaGuamOTHER US TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICBaker and Howland IslandsJarvis IslandJohnston AtollKingman ReefMidway IslandPalmyraWake IslandVANUATUTHE PHILIPPINESHistory JOHN T. SIDELEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSINGAPOREHistory S. R. JOEY LONGEconomy CHAN KOK HOETAIWANHistory DAFYDD FELLEconomy ROBERT F. ASHTHAILANDHistory NICHOLAS FARRELLYEconomy BHANUPONG NIDHIPRABHATIMOR-LESTE (EAST TIMOR)History MICHAEL LEACHEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYVIET NAMHistory JÖRN DOSCHEconomy SUIWAH LEUNGPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF ASIA AND THE PACIFICCALENDARS AND TIME RECKONINGRESEARCH INSTITUTES STUDYING THE FAR EAST AND AUSTRALASIASELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)INDEX OF REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSINDEX OF TERRITORIESLIST OF MAPS

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Book SynopsisWhen you need to source accurate information on the past history, achievements and current activities of leading world figures, from heads of state to sporting greats, Europa's The International Who's Who 2022 provides the answer. Published annually since 1935 The International Who's Who is your source for hard-to-find biographical details on over 25,000 of the world's most prominent and influential personalities. Featured personalities are regularly given the opportunity to update their entry, providing new information on education, artistic achievements, leisure interests, awards, contact details and much more. Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com, featuring thousands of click-through web links and email addresses, and advanced search functions enabling users to search by name, nationality, place and date of birth and by profession.

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Book SynopsisNow in its 73rd edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over:7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship.

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Book SynopsisNow in its sixty-ninth edition, this title continues to provide the most up-to-date geopolitical and economic information for this important world area.Key Features:- covers the Middle East and North Africa from Algeria to Yemen - includes topical contributions from acknowledged experts on regional affairs- accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments - provides comprehensive data on all major organizations active in the countries of the region. General Survey- introductory essays cover a wide range of topics relating to the region as a whole.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country incorporating:- essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economy - an extensive statistical survey of economic and social indicators, which include area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transTable of ContentsPART ONEGeneral SurveySaudi Arabia and Iran: Islam, Security and Foreign Policy in the Middle EastSIMON MABONUS Middle East PolicyROBERT E. LOONEYThe Kurdish Question in the Middle EastCENGIZ GUNESThe Religions of the Middle East and North AfricaR. B. SERJEANTInstituting a Sustainable Energy Transition in the Gulf: A Review of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and QatarJUSTIN DARGINPART TWO Country SurveysSections on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each countryALGERIAHistory GIANNI DEL PANTAEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYBAHRAINHistory MARC JONES (Revised by KRISTIAN COATES ULRICHSEN)Economy MARTIN HVIDTCYPRUSHistory ANDREAS STERGIOUEconomy Revised by ANDREAS STERGIOU‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’HistoryEconomyEGYPTHistory Updated by ALICE VERTICELLI and DENIS J. SULLIVAN (Revised by editorial staff)Economy SHIREEN ALAZZAWIIRANHistory EDWARD WASTNIDGEEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYIRAQHistory LIAM ANDERSONEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYISRAELHistory SHMUEL SANDLEREconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYOccupied TerritoriesEast JerusalemThe Golan HeightsJORDANHistory COURTNEY FREEREconomy ONN WINCKLERKUWAITHistory Revised by CLAIRE BEAUGRANDEconomy MÁTÉ SZALAILEBANONHistory NATÁLIA CALFATEconomy VIVIANE Y. NAÏMY and RIAD OBEGILIBYAHistory RONALD BRUCE ST JOHNEconomy AMIR MAGDY KAMELMOROCCOHistory NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by RICHARD LAWLESS)Economy Revised by NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by ALAN J. DAY)OMANHistory Revised by MARC VALERIEconomy FRANCIS OWTRAMPALESTINIAN TERRITORIESRecent History Updated by NIGEL PARSONS (Revised by the editorial staff)Economy LUIS ABUGATTAS, HABIB HINN and RAJA KHALIDIQATARHistory DAVID ROBERTSEconomy FRANCIS OWTRAMSAUDI ARABIAHistory BRANDON FRIEDMANEconomy NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by MOIN SIDDIQI)SPANISH NORTH AFRICACeutaMelillaSYRIAN ARAB REPUBLICHistory EYAL ZISSEREconomy OMAR S. DAHI and MOHAMMAD AL-ASADITUNISIAHistory NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by RICHARD LAWLESS)Economy NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an essay by the editorial staff)TÜRKIYEHistory GARETH JENKINSEconomy GARETH JENKINSUNITED ARAB EMIRATESHistory KRISTIAN COATES ULRICHSENEconomy Revised by ROBERT MOGIELNICKIYEMENHistory VINCENT DURACEconomy CHARLES SCHMITZPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICADOCUMENTS ON PALESTINECALENDARSRESEARCH INSTITUTESSELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY(PERIODICALS)

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Book SynopsisThe Armed Conflict Survey 2022 provides an exhaustive review of the political, military and humanitarian dimensions of 33 active armed conflicts globally in the period from 1 March 2021 to 30 April 2022. The review is complemented by a strategic analysis of national, regional and global drivers and conflict outlooks, providing unique insights into the geopolitical and geo-economic threads linking conflicts across the world, as well as into emerging flashpoints and political risks. This edition includes a special feature on climate security given the increasingly urgent need to understand the complex interlinkages between climate change, climate vulnerability and conflict amid accelerating global warming. Reflecting the growing importance of geopolitical factors in the current global conflict landscape, The Armed Conflict Survey 2022 features the IISS Armed Conflict Global Relevance Indicator, which compares the global relevance of armed conflicts in terms of their geopolitical impacTable of Contents1. Editor’s Introduction 2. Notes on Methodology 3. Global Trends a. The Aftermath of War in a Changing Climate: Aligning Solutions for Climate Security and Peacebuilding b. Climate Change and the Instrumentalisation of Natural Resources in the Continuum of War: the Role of Non-state Armed Groups and International Responses c. Transition in Turbulence: Geostrategic Implications of Climate Change and the Energy Transition 4. Conflict Reports a. Americas b. Regional Analysis c. Mexico d. Colombia e. Brazil f. Haiti g. El Salvador h. Honduras i. Regional Outlook 5. Europe and Eurasia a. Regional Analysis b. Russia–Ukraine c. Nagorno-Karabakh d. Regional Outlook 6. Middle East and North Africa a. Regional Analysis b. Syria c. Iraq d. Israel–Palestinian Territories e. Yemen f. Libya g. Egypt h. Turkey i. Regional Outlook 7. Sub-Saharan Africa a. Regional Analysis b. The Sahel c. Lake Chad Basin d. Central African Republic e. South Sudan f. Ethiopia g. Somalia h. Great Lakes Region i. Nigeria j. Cameroon k. Mozambique l. Sudan m. Regional Outlook 8. Asia a. Regional Analysis b. Afghanistan c. Kashmir d. Myanmar e. Pakistan f. India g. Thailand h. Philippines i. Regional Outlook 9. Data Appendix 10. Index & The 2022 Chart of Armed Conflict

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Book SynopsisThe definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical and directory data.General SurveyThoroughly revised and updated analytical articles written by experts on the region and covering both continent-wide and sub-regional issues.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on every country incorporating:essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economies an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators a full directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media, finance, trade and industry, and defence a useful bibliography, providing sources for further research. Regional InformationDetailed information on regional organizations; commodities; research institutes; and select bibliographies of books aTable of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyEconomic Trends in Africa South of the SaharaDONALD L. SPARKSBeyond Françafrique—The State of Relations Between France and AfricaTONY CHAFERA Century of Development: Policy and Process in Sub-Saharan AfricaMICHAEL JENNINGSAn Analysis of the Rule of Law in Sub-Saharan AfricaLEIGHANN SPENCERPART TWO Country Surveys Essays on geography, history, and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country:ANGOLARecent History BRAD SAFARIKEconomy BRAD SAFARIKBENINRecent History PAUL MELLYEconomy PAUL MELLYBOTSWANARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYBRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORYBURKINA FASORecent History BRAM POSTHUMUSEconomy PAUL MELLYBURUNDIRecent History DEVON E. A. CURTISEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDECABO VERDERecent History GERHARD SEIBERTEconomy GERHARD SEIBERTCAMEROONRecent History HELEN WAREEconomy TICKY MONEKOSSOTHE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLICRecent History JUAN FANDOS-RIUSEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDECHADRecent History MOUDWE DAGAEconomy PAUL MELLYTHE COMOROSRecent History PAUL MELLYEconomy PAUL MELLYMAYOTTETHE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDETHE REPUBLIC OF THE CONGORecent History KATHARINE MURISONEconomy TICKY MONEKOSSOCÔTE D’IVOIRERecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTDJIBOUTIRecent History DAVID STYANEconomy DAVID STYANEQUATORIAL GUINEARecent History MARISÉ CASTROEconomy MARISÉ CASTROERITREARecent History WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAYEconomy WARKA SOLOMON KAHSAYESWATINI (SWAZILAND)Recent History HUGH MACMILLANEconomy DONALD L. SPARKSETHIOPIARecent History SOLOMON M. GOFIEEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYGABONRecent History DOUGLAS A. YATESEconomy MÉDARD MENGUE BIDZOTHE GAMBIARecent History ISAMAIL CEESAY and ESSA NJIEEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYGHANARecent History GEORGE M. BOB-MILLIAREconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYGUINEARecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTGUINEA-BISSAURecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTKENYARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDELESOTHORecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy MALEFA ROSE MALEFANELIBERIARecent History FRED VAN DER KRAAIJEconomy FRED VAN DER KRAAIJMADAGASCARRecent History JULIAN COOKEEconomy JULIAN COOKEMALAWIRecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYMALIRecent History STEPHEN HARMONEconomy PAUL MELLYMAURITANIARecent History GIUSEPPE MAIMONEEconomy PAUL MELLYMAURITIUSRecent History MANORAMA AKUNGEconomy BOOPEN SEETANAH, SHEEREEN FAUZEL and VERENA TANDRAYEN-RAGOOBURMOZAMBIQUERecent History MARISÉ CASTROEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYNAMIBIARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy TERESIA KAULIHOWA, JACOB M. NYAMBE and VALDEMAR J. UNDJINIGERRecent History LUCA RAINERI (based on an earlier article by ABDOURAHMANE IDRISSA)Economy PAUL MELLYNIGERIARecent History MAX SIOLLUNEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYRÉUNIONRecent HistoryEconomyRWANDARecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDESAINT HELENA, ASCENSION ANDTRISTAN DA CUNHARecent HistoryEconomySÃO TOMÉ AND PRÍNCIPERecent History GERHARD SEIBERTEconomy GERHARD SEIBERTSENEGALRecent History MARIE GIBERTEconomy MARIE GIBERTSEYCHELLESRecent History KATHARINE MURISONEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSIERRA LEONERecent History LEIGHANN SPENCEREconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSOMALIARecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDE (based on an earlier article by ANNA BRUZZONE)Economy DUNCAN WOODSIDE (based on an earlier article by ANNA BRUZZONE)SOUTH AFRICARecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSOUTH SUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDESUDANRecent History DUNCAN WOODSIDEEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDETANZANIARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy JÖRG WIEGRATZTOGORecent History KATHARINE MURISONEconomy PAUL MELLYUGANDARecent History MICHAEL JENNINGSEconomy JÖRG WIEGRATZZAMBIARecent History SISHUWA SISHUWAEconomy DUNCAN WOODSIDEZIMBABWERecent History CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERSEconomy ALBERT MAKOCHEKANWAPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF AFRICACALENDARSRESEARCH INSTITUTES CONCERNED WITH AFRICASELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive survey of the countries of East and South-East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, along with 22 Pacific islands, fully revised to reflect current economic and political developments, is an essential resource for the Asia-Pacific region.Calendar of Political EventsA calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the year's main political developments.General SurveyWritten by leading experts, this collection of essays provides incisive analysis of regional issues.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country containing: essays on geography, history and the economy an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and education a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the mTable of ContentsPART ONE General SurveyThe USA’s Turn against China: Acute Rivalry in the Asia-Pacific RegionROBERT G. SUTTERIslam in South-East AsiaROBERT W. HEFNERDemographic Trends in the Asia-Pacific Region: Converging but Different Population ChallengesSARAH HARPERChina’s Belt and Road InitiativeROBERT E. LOONEYClimate and Energy Transitions in the Asia-Pacific RegionCLARE RICHARDSON-BARLOWPART TWO Country SurveysSections on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each country. A dedicated section on the Pacific islands, which includes an introductory essay and directory and statistical information for each of the Pacific islands and a locally focused bibliography.AUSTRALIAHistory FRANK BONGIORNOEconomy DOUGLAS HUNT and SHYAMA RATNASIRIAUSTRALIAN TERRITORIES IN THE INDIAN OCEANAshmore and Cartier IslandsChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsHeard Island and the McDonald IslandsBRUNEIHistory STEPHEN C. DRUCEEconomy WEE CHIAN KOHCAMBODIAHistory TRUDE JACOBSEN GIDASZEWSKIEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYTHE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINAHistory KERRY BROWNEconomy ROBERT F. ASHCHINESE SPECIAL ADMINISTRATIVE REGIONSHONG KONGHistory JAMES TANG (based on an earlier article by N. J. MINERS)Economy LOK SANG HOMACAOHistoryEconomyINDONESIAHistory JAMES R. RUSHEconomy ANNE BOOTHJAPANHistory DEAN ASZKIELOWICZEconomy SHIRO ARMSTRONGKOREAHistory up to the Korean War ANDREW C. NAHM (with revisions by JAMES E. HOARE)THE DEMOCRATIC PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory EDWARD HOWELLEconomy ROBERT F. ASHTHE REPUBLIC OF KOREAHistory EDWARD HOWELLEconomy RANDALL S. JONESTHE LAO PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLICHistory VOLKER GRABOWKSYEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYMALAYSIAHistory JAMES CHIN and ANTHONY MILNEREconomy MICHAEL MEOW-CHUNG YAPMONGOLIAHistory LI NARANGOAEconomy CHARLES KRUSEKOPFMYANMAR (BURMA)History ARDETH THAWNGHMUNGEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYNEW ZEALANDHistory JEANINE GRAHAMEconomy KENNETH E. JACKSONTHE PACIFIC ISLANDSBackground to the Pacific Islands BRYANT J. ALLENHistory of the Pacific Islands IAN CAMPBELLContemporary Politics of the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTHSecurity in the Pacific Islands STEWART FIRTHEconomies of the Pacific Islands RONALD DUNCANEnvironmental Issues of the Pacific Islands ROSS STEELEChina and the Pacific: Increased Competition for Security and Engagement MATTHEW CLARKECompeting Regional Visions: The Blue Pacific and Indo-Pacific in the Age of AUKUS PHILIPPA LOUEYAUSTRALIAN PACIFIC TERRITORIESCoral Sea Islands TerritoryNorfolk IslandFIJIFRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS COLLECTIVITIESFrench PolynesiaThe Wallis and Futuna IslandsOTHER FRENCH PACIFIC OVERSEAS TERRITORYNew CaledoniaKIRIBATITHE MARSHALL ISLANDSTHE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIANAURUNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC TERRITORYTokelauNEW ZEALAND PACIFIC ASSOCIATED STATESThe Cook IslandsNiuePALAUPAPUA NEW GUINEASAMOASOLOMON ISLANDSTONGATUVALUUNITED KINGDOM PACIFIC TERRITORYThe Pitcairn IslandsUS COMMONWEALTH TERRITORY IN THE PACIFICThe Northern Mariana IslandsUS EXTERNAL TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICAmerican SamoaGuamOTHER US TERRITORIES IN THE PACIFICBaker and Howland IslandsJarvis IslandJohnston AtollKingman ReefMidway IslandPalmyraWake IslandVANUATUTHE PHILIPPINESHistory JOHN T. SIDELEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYSINGAPOREHistory S. R. JOEY LONGEconomy CHAN KOK HOETAIWANHistory DAFYDD FELLEconomy ROBERT F. ASHTHAILANDHistory NICHOLAS FARRELLYEconomy JUTHATHIP JONGWANICH and ARCHANUN KOPHAIBOONTIMOR-LESTE (EAST TIMOR)History MICHAEL LEACHEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYVIET NAMHistory JÖRN DOSCHEconomy SUIWAH LEUNGPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF ASIA AND THE PACIFICCALENDARS AND TIME RECKONINGRESEARCH INSTITUTES STUDYING THE FAR EAST AND AUSTRALASIASELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (PERIODICALS)INDEX OF REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSINDEX OF TERRITORIESLIST OF MAPS

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Book SynopsisNow in its seventieth edition, this title continues to provide the most up-to-date geopolitical and economic information for this important world area.Key Features:- covers the Middle East and North Africa from Algeria to Yemen- includes topical contributions from acknowledged experts on regional affairs- accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments- provides comprehensive data on all major organizations active in the countries of the region.General Survey- introductory essays cover a wide range of topics relating to the region as a whole.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country incorporating:- essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economy- an extensive statistical survey of economic and social indicators, which include area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing,Table of ContentsPART ONEGeneral SurveySaudi Arabia and Iran: Islam, Security and Foreign Policy in the Middle EastSIMON MABONChina’s Growing Presence in the Middle East: From Economic Partnerships to Diplomatic Engagement?JULIA GUROLUS Middle East PolicyROBERT E. LOONEYPolitical IslamBARBARA ZOLLNERThe Kurdish Question in the Middle EastCENGIZ GUNES (revised for this edition by Liam Anderson)The Religions of the Middle East and North AfricaR. B. SERJEANTInstituting a Sustainable Energy Transition in the Gulf: A Review of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and QatarJUSTIN DARGINPART TWO Country SurveysSections on geography, history and economy, as well as statistical surveys, directories and bibliographies for each countryALGERIAHistory GIANNI DEL PANTAEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYBAHRAINHistory MARC JONES (revised by KRISTIAN COATES ULRICHSEN)Economy MARTIN HVIDTCYPRUSHistory ANDREAS STERGIOUEconomy Revised by ANDREAS STERGIOU‘Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus’HistoryEconomyEGYPTHistory VAUGHN SHANNONEconomy CHAHIR ZAKIIRANHistory EDWARD WASTNIDGEEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYIRAQHistory LIAM ANDERSONEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYISRAELHistory VAUGHN SHANNONEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYOccupied TerritoriesEast JerusalemThe Golan HeightsJORDANHistory COURTNEY FREEREconomy ROBERT E. LOONEY (Based on an original essay by ONN WINCKLER)KUWAITHistory Revised by CLAIRE BEAUGRANDEconomy MÁTÉ SZALAILEBANONHistory NATÁLIA CALFAT (revised by editorial staff)Economy ALI NOUREDDEENLIBYAHistory RONALD BRUCE ST JOHN (Based on an original essay by RICHARD I. LAWLESS)Economy AMIR MAGDY KAMELMOROCCOHistory NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by RICHARD I. LAWLESS)Economy NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by ALAN J. DAY)OMANHistory Revised by MARC VALERIEconomy FRANCIS OWTRAMPALESTINIAN TERRITORIESRecent History Updated by NIGEL PARSONS (Revised for this edition by VAUGHN SHANNON)Economy HABIB HINN, RAJA KHALIDI and ISLAM RABEEQATARHistory DAVID ROBERTSEconomy FRANCIS OWTRAMSAUDI ARABIAHistory BRANDON FRIEDMANEconomy NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by MOIN SIDDIQI)SPANISH NORTH AFRICACeutaMelillaSYRIAN ARAB REPUBLICHistory EYAL ZISSEREconomy OMAR S. DAHI and MOHAMMAD AL-ASADITUNISIAHistory NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by RICHARD I. LAWLESS)Economy NEIL PARTRICK (Based on an original essay by the editorial staff)TÜRKIYEHistory GARETH JENKINSEconomy GARETH JENKINSUNITED ARAB EMIRATESHistory KRISTIAN COATES ULRICHSENEconomy ROBERT E. LOONEYYEMENHistory VINCENT DURACEconomy CHARLES SCHMITZPART THREE Regional InformationREGIONAL ORGANIZATIONSMAJOR COMMODITIES OF THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICADOCUMENTS ON PALESTINECALENDARSRESEARCH INSTITUTESSELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY (BOOKS)SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY(PERIODICALS)

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Book SynopsisWhen you need to source accurate information on the past history, achievements and current activities of leading world figures, from heads of state to sporting greats, Europa''s The International Who''s Who 2025provides the answer. Published annually since 1935 The International Who''s Who is your source for hard-to-find biographical details on over 25,000 of the world''s most prominent and influential personalities.Featured personalities are regularly given the opportunity to update their entry, providing new information on education, artistic achievements, leisure interests, awards, contact details and much more.Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com, featuring thousands of click-through web links and email addresses, and advanced search functions enabling users to search by name, nationality, place and date of birth and by profession.

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Book SynopsisGlobally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability, the Europa World Year Book 2025 is your source for detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory information for over 250 countries and territories.For more than ninety years since its first publication, the Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socioeconomic analysis for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach.The Europa World Year Book is also available online as an authoritative and regularly updated digital resource.

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Book SynopsisA guide to more than 1,500 independent preparatory and junior schools in the UK providing education for 2 to 13-year-olds. It provides families with basic information about all prep and junior schools, with profiles of leading schools, and includes useful editorial and a handy guide to educational organisations and associations. John Catt''s Preparatory Schools 2023 is the one-stop resource for all families considering independent preparatory education.

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1845, this directory has established an enviable reputation for the quantity and extent of its information on UK-registered medical practitioners. It provides mini career profiles of doctors listed A-Z by surname. Each record contains, if available, full name, primary and other qualifications, professional contact details, current and past appointments, specialty, society memberships, and special interests. Qualification information within the directory is sourced from the General Medical Council (GMC).A full entry contains: name, unique reference number allocated by the GMC, contact details â usually the main NHS hospital or surgery address for doctors still engaged in medical or clinical practice, primary medical qualification and other qualifications, current and most recent appointments (up to three), specialty and special interests, and up to five society memberships. Brief entries for newly qualified and younger doctors will contain their name, GMC idTrade Review"The Medical Directory provides our regulated sales forces with a point-of-sale access to GP details. An excellent database."--Andrew Dancer (Protection Proposition Development Manager), Scottish Widows Table of ContentsVolume One, Obituary List, Medical Practitioners in the UK A-L, Volume Two, Abbreviations, Medical Practitioners in the UK M-Z, London Index by Specialty, Town Index by Specialty

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Book SynopsisOffers a quick and easy approach to finding up-to-date contact information for political, government, media, judicial, and legislative leaders for each country of the world. The directory provides more than 10,000 names and addresses of the most important people in the world, as well as websites of countries (when available). A vital link in the global information chain for librarians, business people, journalists, students, teachers, and any general reader interested in obtaining global contact information.Trade Review'Reference librarians may rest assured that with Global Links what you see is what you get ... it is a guide to key people and institutions worldwide, and a reliable one at that.' Reference Reviews 'This conveniently formatted resource will be of interest to librarians, researchers, business people, journalists, and others who need to contact international government officials.' CHOICETable of ContentsPreface, Alphabetical Listings by Country from Afganistan, the State of' to 'Zimbabwe'; Heads of State, Presidents and Prime Ministers Index, Web Site Index.

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 2000. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

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Book SynopsisAn invaluable directory and reference resource covering over 30,000 academic institutions and 200,000 staff and officials. Covers universities, colleges, schools of art and music, libraries, learned societies, research institutes, museums and art galleries world-wide arranged alphabetically by country. * Extensive coverage of over 3,000 universities and colleges * Information on over 400 international cultural, scientific and educational organizations * Completely revised and updated every year.Key Features: * Professors at major universities are listed by name together with the subjects they teach * Every important library is included giving details of the number of volumes held and outstanding features of the collection as well as contact details * Details more than 400 international organizations concerned with education throughout the world * All entries include, where available: principal personnel, postal, internet and e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers, library details and publications * Includes a 100-page index of institutions.Trade Review'Simply the best reference guide to the academic world.' - Book News Inc'Simply the best reference guide to the academic world.' -Book News IncTable of ContentsCovers universities, colleges, schools of art and music, libraries, learned societies, research institutes, museums and art galleries world-wide arranged alphabetically by country - Every important library is included giving details of the number of volumes held and outstanding features of the collection as well as contact details - Professors at major universities are listed by name together with the subjects they teach - Details more than 400 international organizations concerned with education throughout the world - All entries include, where available: names, principal personnel, postal and e-mail addresses, telephone and fax numbers, aims and publications - Includes a 100-page index of institutions

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1928, the Aslib directory is the leading information sources reference work on organizations of all kinds.Now published in its 13th edition, the title's diversity is reflected by the wide spectrum of entries. The Directory is widely regarded as the best publication of its type.The Aslib Directory of Information Sources in the United Kingdom provides instant access to listings of over 11,000 associations, clubs, societies, companies, educational establishments, institutes, commissions, government bodies, and other organizations which provide information freely or on a fee-paying basis.Entries include:* National Asthma Campaign* Snowdonia National Park Society* British Judo Council* BBC Libraries and Archives* Architects and Surveyors Institute.Each entry is listed alphabetically and includes the organization's name and contact details, type and purpose, and lists publications and collections where appropriate. The Directory also contains a comprehensive index of acronyms and abbreviations and a substantial cross-referenced subject index.Trade Review'The most useful directory for libraries in Great Britain.' - Reference Reviews'This latest edition improves on previous standards of exellence.' - Reference Reviews

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive Directory and guide to the organizations and institutions throughout the sphere of higher education and learning.Profiling some 30,000 academic institutions and over 200,000 staff and officials, this highly esteemed work covers the whole of the higher education and learning spectrum. Available in both print and online editions, there is no other source that provides such comprehensive, international coverage. Now in its fifty-seventh edition, The World of Learning has become established as one of the world's leading reference works. Meticulously updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced from the organizations themselves to ensure accurate and reliable information.Every type of academic institution is covered, including:Over * 6,200 Universities and Colleges* 6,600 Research Institutes* 3,000 Museums and Art Galleries* 5,300 Learned Societies* 3,500 Libraries and Archives* 26,000 PublicationsThis highly acclaimed resource also includes a separate section detailing more than 500 international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship, such as UNESCO, the International Association of Universities and ERASMUS.Some other key features include:* Truly international in its coverage* Separate chapters for every country; from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe* Completely revised and updated every year* Easy to use format includes a 100-page index of institutions for quick reference.Trade Review'The World of Learning should be made available in every library, in every university, in every country.' - about a previous edition' - Middle East Business Review'If a library does not have The World of Learning it does not belong to the world of learning' - World Affairs Report'The best single reference book on international scholarship' - The Times Literary Supplement

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Book SynopsisThoroughly updated, this new edition provides extensive information on all matters relating to the European Union and full coverage of the expansion of the EU under the Nice Treaty. The volume contains: an A-Z section contains concise definitions and explanations of organizations, acronyms and terms, and articles on each member state a series of introductory articles provide an overall view of the policies and activities of the EU a statistical section covers: population, employment, agriculture, energy and mining, industry, finance, trade, transport and communications, tourism, health and welfare, environment, and education across the EU an extensive directory of key names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, email and internet addresses of all major European Union institutions and their official bodies details of MEPs - their political groups and national parties, members of major committees, Directorates-General, EU-level bodies, interest and lobbying groups and professional associations. Trade Review'A useful, indeed exhaustively comprehensive, collection of European official facts and figures, this book is strongly recommended.' - Reference Reviews'A one-volume source book complete with an encyclopedia, essays, statistical data and a directory.' - Choice'A useful, indeed exhaustively comprehensive, collection of European official facts and figures, this book is strongly recommended.' - Reference Reviews'A one-volume source book complete with an encyclopedia, essays, statistical data and a directory.' - Choice'An excellent one-stop reference.' - Library Journal'The directory is well produced and the information clearly presented.' - International Affairs'The work is comprehensive in scope, authoritatively based, and usefully detailed. Highly recommended.' - Australian Library Review

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Book SynopsisGlobally renowned for its accuracy, reliability and consistency, this forty-seventh edition of The Europa World Year Book provides detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory data available for over 250 countries and territories.Volume I contains a comprehensive listing of some 1,700 International Organizations such as the United Nations, the European Union, the International Organization for Migration and the World Trade Organization, and provides details of countries arranged alphabetically from Afghanistan to Jordan.Volume II covers countries from Kazakhstan to Zimbabwe.Each country is covered by an individual chapter containing: a unique introductory survey covering recent history; economic affairs; government; defence; education; and public holidays an extensive statistical survey using the latest available figures on area and population; health and welfare; agriculture; forestry; fishing; industry; finance; trade; transport; tourism; the media; and education a comprehensive directory section listing names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, email and internet addresses, plus other useful facts about organizations from the fields of government; political organizations; diplomatic representation; judicial system; religions; the press; publishers; broadcasting and communications; banking; insurance; trade and industry; development organizations; chambers of commerce; industrial and trade associations; utilities; trade unions; transport; and tourism.Trade Review'No work in the English language deals so comprehensively with educational and commercial as well as political, religious, publishing and press activities in all parts of the world.' - Daily Telegraph'For scholars and journalists alike it will be an invaluable reference book.' - The Economist'Fundamental to all reference collections.' - Reference Book Review'The two volumes are virtually a reference library in themselves, unrivalled for their range and accuracy.' - Reference Reviews

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Book Synopsis Over 1,400 pages of economic and demographic statistics, wide-ranging directory material and authoritative articles Contributions from over 50 leading experts on African affairs Incisive analysis of the latest available information. General Survey Thoroughly revised and updated analytical articles written by acknowledged experts covering the issues affecting the area as a whole: Reforming Africa: Continuities and Changes; Economic Trends in Africa South of the Sahara 2006; Health and Medical Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa; The Privatization of Security in Sub-Saharan Africa and European Colonial Rule in Africa A political map of contemporary Africa and a chronological list of the dates of independence of African countries. Country SurveysIndividual chapters on every country incorporating: an introductory survey, containing essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economy of each country an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators, which include area and population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, media and education a full directory containing names, addresses and contact numbers for key areas such as the government, political organizations, diplomatic representation, the judiciary, religion, the media, finance, trade and industry, tourism, defence and education a useful bibliography, providing sources for further research. Regional InformationDetailed information on the following: regional organizations; major commodities; calendars, time reckoning, weights and measures; research institutes concerned with Africa and a select periodicals bibliography.Trade Review'A well-balanced, well-judged and remarkably comprehensive volume.' - Times Literary Supplement'This is probably the best reference work available on this part of the African continent.' - Reference Reviews

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Book SynopsisThoroughly updated, this new edition provides extensive information on all matters relating to the European Union and full coverage of the expansion of the EU under the Nice Treaty. The volume contains: an A-Z section of concise definitions and explanations of organizations, acronyms and terms, and articles on each member state a series of introductory articles providing an overall view of the policies and activities of the EU a statistical section covering: population, employment, agriculture, energy and mining, industry, finance, trade, transport and communications, tourism, health and welfare, environment and education across the EU an extensive directory of key names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, email and internet addresses of all major European Union institutions and their official bodies details of MEPs - their political groups and national parties, members of major committees, Directorates-General, EU-level bodies, interest and lobbying groups and professional associations. Trade Review'A useful, indeed exhaustively comprehensive, collection of European official facts and figures, this book is strongly recommended.' - Reference Reviews'A one-volume source book complete with an encyclopedia, essays, statistical data and a directory.' - Choice'An excellent one-stop reference.' - Library Journal

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Book SynopsisA systematic survey of all the countries of East Asia, South-East Asia, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands.* Essential for anyone with a professional interest in the region* Keeps up-to-date with current economic and political developmentsPart One: General Survey* Written by acknowledged authorities on the Pacific Rim, this collection of essays forms an impartial overview of the area as a whole. Essays include: Human Rights in the Asia Pacific Region; Population and Human Development Issues in the Asia-Pacific Region; Recent Economic Trends in the Asia-Pacific Region; Environmental Issues of Asia and the Pacific and The Asian-Pacific Community in the Pacific Century.Country Surveys* Individual chapters on each country containing: articles on geography, history and the economy; an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, agriculture, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, and education; a directory of names, addresses and contact numbers covering the constitution, government, legislature, judiciary, political organizations, diplomatic representation, religion, the media, finance, trade, industry, tourism, defence and education; a select bibliography.Regional Information* Includes all major international organizations active in the region, their aims, activities, publications and principal personnel; a detailed survey of major commodities in Asia and the Pacific; a directory of research institutes specializing in the region; select bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the Far East and Australasia; and an index of regional organizations.Trade Review'An excellent reference work which no library should be without' - International Affairs'The best publication of its type.' - Defence and Foreign Affairs

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Book SynopsisNow in its fifty-third edition, this title continues to provide the most up-to-date geo-political and economic information for this important world area. The volume covers:* the Middle East and North Africa from Algeria to Yemen* offers quick access to a wide range of data* accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments* provides comprehensive data on all major organizations in the region.General Survey* Introductory essays cover topics relating to the region as a whole, including: Arab-Israeli Relations 1967-2003; The Jerusalem Issue; Documents on Palestine; The Removal of Saddam Hussein and the 'Deconstruction' of Iraq; The Islamist Movement in the Middle East and North Africa; Natural Gas in the Middle East and North Africa; Oil in the Middle East and North Africa; Islamic Banking and Finance and The Religions of the Middle East and North Africa.Country SurveysIndividual chapters on each country containing: articles on geography, recent history and economy; an economic and demographic survey using all the latest available statistics on population, agriculture, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, and education; directory sections with names, addresses and contact numbers covering the constitution, government, legislature, judiciary, political organizations, diplomatic representation, religious groups, the media, finance, trade and industry (including petroleum), and tourism.Regional Information* includes all major international organizations active in the region, their aims, activities, publications and principal personnel* research Institutes specializing in the region* bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the Middle East and North Africa.Trade Review'A unique, up-to-date and authoritative guide.' - BBC Radio Review'There is simply nothing else on the market that provides as much material on each of the countries of the Middle East and North Africa in one volume.' - Royal United Services Institute for Defence Studies'One of the most highly regarded publications of its kind.' - The Middle East'A must have publication for serious researchers of the Middle East and one of the most highly respected books of it's genre.' - The Middle East'It accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments, and provides comprehensive data on all major organisations in the region.' - The Middle East

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Book SynopsisA complete guide to the major awards and prizes of the literary world. an invaluable source of information on awards and prizes world-wide covers over 1,000 awards and prizes comprehensive background information on each award extensive contact details. Contents includes internationally awarded prizes along with prestigious national awards subject areas covered include adult and children's fiction, non-fiction, poetry, lifetime's achievement, translation and drama information is provided on the history of each award, its purpose, what is awarded, how often the prize is awarded, eligibility and restrictions, the awarding organization and the most recent recipients full contact details of the awarding organization are provided, including main contact name, postal address, e-mail and Internet address, telephone and fax numbers fully indexed by keyword, awarding organization and award by subject.

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Book SynopsisThe eighteenth edition of The Directory of EU Information Sources is the most comprehensive compilation of contacts and published information on the European Union. It brings together a broad range of information sources, comprising not only the various constituent institutions of the European Union, their personnel, publications, information websites and representations in Europe and the rest of the world, but also diplomatic representation in Brussels, European-level trade and professional associations and NGOs, consultants and lawyers specializing in EU affairs, Press Agencies, EU grants and loans programmes, and information networks serving businesses, students, academics, consumers, job-seekers and many other groups.

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive Directory and guide to the organizations and institutions throughout the sphere of higher education and learning.Profiling some 30,000 academic institutions and over 200,000 staff and officials, this highly esteemed work covers the whole of the higher education and learning spectrum. Available in both print and online editions, there is no other source that provides such comprehensive, international coverage. Now in its sixtieth edition, The Europa World of Learning has become established as one of the world's leading reference works. Meticulously updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced from the organizations themselves to ensure accurate and reliable information.This edition has a special emphasis on the Middle East, reflected in three of the five chapters, with a new chapter on Palestinian Autonomous Areas.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over: 6,200 universities and colleges 6,600 research institutes 3,000 museums and art galleries 5,300 learned societies 3,500 libraries and archives 26,000 publications. This highly acclaimed resource also includes a separate section detailing more than 500 international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship, such as UNESCO, the International Association of Universities and ERASMUS.Other key features include: truly international coverage separate chapters for every country; from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe completely revised and updated every year easy-to-use format, including a 100-page index of institutions for quick reference. also available online at www.worldoflearning.com Trade Review'The best single reference book on international scholarship.' - The Times Literary SupplementTable of ContentsEssays included:1.Islam, modernity and education in the Arab States Sally Findlow 2.Women in Higher Education in Egypt and the Gulf States Jane E. Bristol-Rhys 3.Quality Challenge in Iran's Higher Education: A Historical Review Maghsood Farasatkhah; Mahmood Ghazi; Abbas Bazargan 4. The impact and role of HEI/University rankings Jan Sadlak 5. Diploma mills John Bear

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Book SynopsisNow in its nineteenth edition, the Europa International Foundation Directory 2010 provides an unparalleled guide to the foundations, trusts, charitable and grant-making NGOs, and other similar not-for-profit organizations of the world. It provides a comprehensive picture of third sector activity on a global scale.Presenting names and contact details for over 2,550 institutions world-wide, this new edition has been revised and expanded to include the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on this growing sector.This 19th edition includes: background essays by foundation experts on foundations and the third sector internationally (by Helmut Anheier and Tobias Vahlpahl), civil society and global governance (by Jan Aart Scholte) and the third sector and the global economic downturn (by Helmut Anheier) country chapters containing information on foundation centres and co-ordinating bodies, and on foundations, trusts and non-profit organizations. Entries include, where applicable, full contact address, internet and e-mail details, aims of the organization, activities, financial information, publications and principal staff comprehensive indexes for ease of use. Organizations are listed by name, area of activity (including headings such as education, conservation and the environment, health and welfare, etc.) and geographical area of activity, allowing the reader to find organizations active in Central and South America, the Middle East, Central and South-Eastern Europe, etc. Some 2,550 organizations are listed, giving a comprehensive and up-to-date picture of third sector activity world-wide.Trade Review'There is no other Directory to foundations which is truly international in scope.' - Reference Reviews'An important addition to any international studies library.' - World Development'Highly recommended for all academic and public libraries' - SLA Social Division Bulletin

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Book SynopsisFirst published in 1928, the ASLIB Directory is the leading information sources reference work on organizations of all kinds. Now published in its sixteenth edition, the title's diversity is reflected by the wide spectrum of entries. The Directory is widely regarded as the best publication of its type.The ASLIB Directory of Information Sources in the United Kingdom provides instant access to listings of 6,600 associations, clubs, societies, companies, educational establishments, institutes, commissions, government bodies, and other organizations which provide information freely or on a fee-paying basis.Entries in the sixteenth edition include: Macular Disease Society Costume Society of Scotland Parentline Plus Centre for Global Energy Studies Surrey Performing Arts Library. Each entry is listed alphabetically and includes the organization's name and contact details, type and purpose, and lists publications and collections where appropriate. The Directory also contains a comprehensive index of acronyms and abbreviations and a substantial subject index.

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Book SynopsisGlobally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability, the Europa World Year Book 2011 is your source for detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory information for over 250 countries and territories.For more than eighty years since its first publication, the Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socio-economic analysis for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach.Brand new content for 2011 includes: a detailed discussion of the political transition in Kyrgyzstan following the uprising of April 2010, including an extensive description of the new constitutional text coverage of recent events in Côte d'Ivoire following the disputed presidential election of November 2010, plus information on the return to civilian government following the military coups in Guinea and Niger expert analysis of the anti-government uprisings across the Middle East and North Africa and the conflicts in Libya, as well as detailed background information on the political and economic affairs in the affected countries 2010 census results for numerous territories, ranging from Oman to the USA, with expanded demographic sections for many countries. The Europa World Year Book 2011 is also available online as an authoritative and regularly-updated digital resource. For more information, please visit: www.europaworld.comTrade Review'No work in the English language deals so comprehensively with educational and commercial as well as political, religious, publishing and press activities in all parts of the world.' - Daily Telegraph'A must for the international company.' - Business International'For scholars and journalists alike it will be an invaluable reference book.' - The Economist'The two volumes are virtually a reference library in themselves, unrivalled for their range and accuracy.' - Reference Reviews

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to 33,000 academic institutions and 250,000 staff and officials across the whole spectrum of higher education, research and learning. No other source provides such comprehensive international coverage.Now in its 63rd edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over:7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship.New essays feature each year on themes around international and comparative higher education. Subscribers may download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an archive of essays from past editions.Trade Review'The best single reference book on international scholarship.' - The Times Literary Supplement'If a library does not have The Europa World of Learning it does not belong in the world of learning.' - World Affairs Report

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Book SynopsisGlobally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability, The Europa World Year Book 2013 is your source for detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory information for over 250 countries and territories.For more than eighty years since its first publication, the Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socio-economic analysis for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach. Brand new content for 2013 includes: the transfer of power to the next generation of leadership in the People's Republic of China, culminating in the accession to the presidency of Xi Jinping in March 2013, and coverage of the escalating regional tensions over North Korea's nuclear threats coverage of the 2012 US presidential and legislative elections, in which President Barack Obama secured a second term of office while the Republican Party retained control of the House of Representatives the election of Uhuru Kenyatta, who is scheduled to stand trial at the International Criminal Court in July 2013, as President of Kenya, and coverage of the ouster of the Central African Republic President, François Bozizé, by the rebel Séléka alliance details of the ongoing conflict betwen the Government and opposition forces in Syria, and the political turmoil in Egypt, following the election of the Muslim Brotherhood's Muhammad Morsi as head of state in 2012 economic and political developments around the sovereign debt crisis in the eurozone, including the financial crisis in Cyprus and emergency assistance agreed for Spain, the general election in Italy and new Governments in France and the Netherlands coverage of the presidential election in Venezuela that followed the death of Hugo Chávez in March 2013, and the return to power of the Partido Revolucionario Institucional in Mexico with the election to the presidency of Enrique Peña Nieto details surrounding the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI in February 2013 and the election of Jorge Bergoglio, the Archbishop of Buenos Aires, as his successor, Pope Francis The Europa World Year Book 2013 is also available online as an authoritative and regularly-updated digital resource. For more information, please visit: www.europaworld.com

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide to 33,000 academic institutions and 246,000 staff and officials across the whole spectrum of higher education, research and learning. No other source provides such comprehensive international coverage.Now in its 64th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over:7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship.New essays feature each year on themes around international and comparative higher education. Subscribers may download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an archive of essays from past editions.

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Book SynopsisGlobally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability, the Europa World Year Book 2014 is your source for detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory information for over 250 countries and territories.For more than eighty years since its first publication, the Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socio-economic analysis for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach.The Europa World Year Book 2014 is also available online as an authoritative and regularly-updated digital resource. For more information, please visit: www.europaworld.com New content for 2014 includes:- coverage of the coming to power of a transitional Government in Ukraine, following the impeachment of President Viktor Yanukovych, and the subsequent Russian annexation of the country’s Crimean peninsula- detailed accounts of the internal conflict and escalating humanitarian disaster in Syria, and the replacement of Egypt’s elected Islamist authorities by a military-backed interim administration - expanded and enhanced statistical coverage of the fledgling states of South Sudan and the Dutch Caribbean, and more detailed data on trade by commodities for many countries- protests across Brazil at perceived economic and social inequalities in advance of the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the October elections, and the re-election of Michelle Bachelet to the Chilean presidency- coverage of the rising tensions in the territorial dispute between China and Japan in the East China Sea, and details of the political crisis in Thailand- details of the ongoing political battles in the US Congress over the federal budget deficit, and the launch of President Obama’s health care reforms; and the preparations for the US withdrawal from Afghanistan- the escalation of inter-religious fighting in the Central African Republic, and events leading to the appointment of Catherine Samba-Panza as the country’s new Interim President- developments around the formation of two `grand coalitions’ in Austria and Germany, and the accession to the Italian premiership of the young former mayor of Florence Matteo Renzi Trade Review'Fundamental to all reference collections.’ – Reference Book Review‘A source of reliable political, historical, economic, statistical and bibliographical information which no serious reference library may be without.’ – International Affairs‘A must for the international company.’ - Business International ‘For scholars and journalists alike it will be an invaluable reference book.’ – The Economist‘Has justifiably gained the reputation as the ‘definitive’ and ‘comprehensive’ source for data on every nation in the world.’ – Current History‘The two volumes are virtually a reference library in themselves, unrivalled for their range and accuracy.’ – Reference Reviews‘No work in the English language deals so comprehensively with education and commercial as well as political, religious, publishing and press activities in all parts of the world.’ – Daily Telegraph‘An exceptional reference book.’ – The Bookseller‘L’annuaire répond a la plupart des questions pratiques que peuvent se poser ceux qui s’occupent des problèmes économiques et politiques ou de commerce.’ – Le Monde diplomatiqueTable of ContentsVolume 1 Abbreviations. International Telephone Codes. Part 1: International OrganizationsPart 2: Afghanistan - Jordan Index of International Organizations Volume 2 Abbreviations. International Telephone Codes. Part 3: Kazakhstan - Zimbabwe Index of Territories.

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Book SynopsisNow in its 65th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over:7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship.New essays feature each year on themes around international and comparative higher education. Subscribers may download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an archive of essays from past editions.Trade Review‘If a library does not have The World of Learning it does not belong to the world of learning.’ – World Affairs Report ‘The best single reference book on international scholarship.’ – The Times Literary Supplement‘The World of Learning should be made available in every library, in every country.’ – Middle East Business Review ‘This is by far the best international directory on the subject.’ – American Reference Books Annual Table of ContentsPart 1: Introductory Essays Universities as the ‘Critics and Conscience of Society’: The Challenges and Threats to Academic Freedom and University Autonomy in Today’s Higher Education Sector Sally Varnham and Jim Jackson. Free Speech, Academic Freedom and Human Being Dennis Hayes. Academics’ Copyright: A Pillar of Academic Freedom Michael Fraser. Performanced-based Research Funding and Academic Freedom: An Oxymoron? Petra Butler. Quality Assurance and Academic Freedom with Emphasis on Transnational Education Jim Jackson. The Constitutional Imperative for Academic Freedom in South Africa John Higgins. 2: International Organizations Part 3: Afghanistan - Myanmar Part 4: Namibia - Zimbabwe

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Book SynopsisWhen you need to source accurate information on the past history, achievements and current activities of leading world figures, from heads of state to sporting greats, Europa's The International Who's Who 2016 provides the answer. Published annually since 1935 The International Who's Who is your source for hard-to-find biographical details on over 25,000 of the world's most prominent and influential personalities. Featured personalities are regularly given the opportunity to update their entry, providing new information on education, artistic achievements, leisure interests, awards, contact details and much more. Also available online at www.worldwhoswho.com, featuring thousands of click-through web links and email addresses, and advanced search functions enabling users to search by name, nationality, place and date of birth and by profession.Trade Review‘Among the world’s most significant reference books.’ – Reference Reviews‘The International Who’s Who offers a reference service that would make it essential in university, college and public libraries.’ – American Reference Books Annual‘One of the most useful reference books for anyone needing quick and authoritative information on the leading personalities of the day.’ – The Economist‘Remains quite indispensable as the one single source of up-to-date biographical information about important people in the world.’ – The Times Literary Supplement‘It would be difficult to justify the omission of this publication from a comprehensive reference library. It is a balanced and authoritative supplement to national analogues, and one that is yet to be usurped by, for instance, Internet alternatives.’ – The Royal Institute of International AffairsTable of ContentsAbbreviations. International Telephone Codes. Reigning Royal Families of the World. Obituary. The International Who's Who 2016.

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Book SynopsisNow in its 66th edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved.Every type of academic institution is covered, including over:7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship.Subscribers may download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an archive of essays from past editions.Trade Review‘If a library does not have The World of Learning it does not belong to the world of learning.’ – World Affairs Report ‘The best single reference book on international scholarship.’ – The Times Literary Supplement‘The World of Learning should be made available in every library, in every country.’ – Middle East Business Review ‘This is by far the best international directory on the subject.’ – American Reference Books AnnualTable of ContentsVolume 1. Part 1: Introductory Essays Part 2: International Organizations Part 3: Afghanistan – Nigeria Volume 2. Part 4: Norway – Zimbabwe

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Book SynopsisThe most influential and distinguished women throughout the world are brought together in this unique single-volume publication. Listing more than 7,500 entries from a variety of backgrounds, this new ninth edition reflects the significant role of women in modern society. A one-stop research tool making reference quick and easy, recognizing established personalities as well as women who are rising to prominence. To ensure accuracy, the entrants themselves validate information wherever possible.Each entry provides comprehensive biographical details, including, where available, Key Features:- each entry includes: name, titles, nationality, profession, date and place of birth, personal details, education, career history, honours, awards and prizes, publications, artistic achievements, leisure interests, and contact details, including address, telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and website addresses.where available - comprehensive biographies of women from all occupational fields are included: politics, finance, business, academia, science, literature, the media, fashion, the arts, medicine, sports and many more.Trade Review‘This is a clear, accurate and up-to-date volume produced to Europa’s usual high standards’ – Reference Reviews‘The International Who’s Who of Women is scrupulously up-to-copy-date’ – Times Literary Supplement ‘Valuable and unique, this work promises to be useful to academic, public, and business libraries, and to corporations, the media, and organizations and associations’ – Choice‘The additional coverage of women is needed and welcome’ – Wilson Library Bulletin ‘… few public reference libraries and academic libraries will be able to resist it’ – A Year in Reference Table of ContentsObituary. A - Z

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Book SynopsisThoroughly updated, this extensive reference source provides in-depth information on all matters relating to the European Union (EU): the financial crisis affecting the eurozone is covered in depth, including details of recent developments; progress regarding the recent and future expansion of the Union is addressed; and the EU's legal and social frameworks, the environment and external relations are discussed.Key Features:an up-to date chronology of the EU from 1947 to present an A-Z section contains definitions and explanations of organizations, acronyms and terms, and articles on each member state. Comprising over 1,000 entries, terms listed include: Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union; General Court; Europol; Erasmus+; the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund; and the European System of Financial Supervision introductory articles written by experts on the EU provide an overview of the policies and activities of the EU. Essay subjects include: the euro crisis; the future of the EU; enlargement; and migration and asylum policy a directory of principal names, addresses, telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and internet addresses of all major European Union institutions and their official bodies. This information is supplemented by summaries of important treaties; details of information sources in the EU; and details of EU-level trade and professional associations. Users will also find details of MEPs and the political groups and national parties contributing to the European Parliament elected in 2014 a statistical survey gives tables covering: population, employment, agriculture, energy and mining, industry, environment, finance, trade, transport and communications, tourism, health and welfare, and education across the EUThis title will prove valuable to academic and public libraries, politicians and government agencies and the media, as well as to all those in need of accurate and reliable information on the European Union.Trade Review'... a useful, indeed exhaustively comprehensive collection of European official facts and figures, this book is strongly recommended.' - Reference Review 'An excellent one-stop resource.' - Library Journal 'The Work is comprehensive in scope, authoritatively based, and usefully detailed. Highly recommended.' - International Affairs '... a useful, indeed exhaustively comprehensive collection of European official facts and figures, this book is strongly recommended.' - Reference Review 'An excellent one-stop resource.' - Library Journal 'The Work is comprehensive in scope, authoritatively based, and usefully detailed. Highly recommended.' - International AffairsTable of Contents A- Z of the European Union.Essays on the European Union.Directory of the European Union Council of the European Union European Council European Commission European External Action Service (EEAS) European Parliament European Court of Auditors European Economic and Social Committee Committee of the Regions European Investment Bank (EIB) European Central Bank (ECB) European Ombudsman The EU's Other Agencies Treaties EU-Level Trade and Professional Associations Statistical Survey of the European Union Population Labour Health and Welfare Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing Energy Industry Distribution Finance Prices and Earnings National Accounts Balance of Payments External Trade Transport Communications Tourism Education

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