The CIA World Factbook 2019-2020

The CIA World Factbook 2019-2020

<b>The ultimate, comprehensive guide to country-by-country statistics around the world.</b><br /><br /> From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, <b><i>The CIA World Factbook 2019-2020</i></b> offers complete and up-to-date information on the world's nations. This comprehensive guide is packed with data on the politics, populations, military expenditures, and economics of 2019.<br /><br /> For each country, <b><i>The CIA World Factbook 2019-2020</i></b> includes: <ul><li>Detailed maps with new geopolitical data</li><li>Statistics on the population of each country, with details on literacy rates, HIV prevalence, and age structure</li><li>New data on military expenditures and capabilities</li><li>Information on each country's climate and natural hazards</li><li>Details on prominent political parties and contact information for diplomatic consultation</li><li>Facts on transportation and communication infrastructure</li></ul> Also included are appendixes with useful abbreviations, international environmental agreements, international organizations and groups, weight and measure conversions, and more. Originally intended for use by government officials, this is a must-have resource for students, travelers, journalists, and business people with a desire to know more about their world.