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Afghanistan: A Country Study view detail comment email this

This publication has considerable detail on history through 1995, as well as a link to a 2006 update. Includes the country's rulers, the Taliban, politics, the natural environment, ethnic groups, religion, education, health, and refugees. From the Library of Congress.
http://memory.loc.gov/frd/cs/aftoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, September 11 & Beyond
Last updated Aug 15, 2006


Africa South of the Sahara: Liberia view detail comment email this

An annotated directory of websites related to Liberia, adressing politics, government, news and much more. Maintained by Karen Fung of the Stanford University Libraries.
http://library.stanford.edu/depts/ssrg/africa/liberia.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Jan 18, 2006


Algeria view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Algeria's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed December 1993. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/dztoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Feb 29, 2000


Armenia view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Armenia's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Includes discussion of the Armenian Genocide. Research completed March 1994. Searchable and browsable. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/amtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Apr 21, 2005


Austria view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Austria's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed December 1993. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/attoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 6, 2004


Austrian Press and Information Service view detail comment email this

An overview of Austrian history, politics, economy, science, and culture. Also find news, details about the Austria embassy and consulate, and tips for Americans visiting Austria and Austrians in the U.S. From the Austrian Embassy, Washington, D.C.
http://www.austria.org
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Jan 18, 2006


Azerbaijan view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Azerbaijan's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed March 1994. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/aztoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Feb 29, 2000


Background Note: Macedonia view detail comment email this

This country profile provides a brief history and information about Macedonia's government and political conditions, economy, defense, and foreign relations. Also includes links to travel and business information. From the U.S. Department of State.
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn/26759.htm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated May 18, 2004


Bahrain view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Bahrain's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed January 1993. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bhtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Feb 29, 2000


BBC News World Edition: Country Profiles view detail comment email this

Profiles provide an "instant guide" to news, history, politics, event timelines, and economic background of world countries. Presents country overviews, basic facts, Web links, and details on leaders and media. Includes news stories and audio and video clips from the BBC archives.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/country_profiles/
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Politics by Place, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Nov 9, 2003


Belarus view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Belarus's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed June 1995. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bytoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
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Bhutan view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Bhutan's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Note: research completed September 1991. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bttoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Nov 10, 2008


Bolivia view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Bolivia's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed December 1989. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/botoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
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Brazil view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Brazil's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed April 1997. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/brtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 14, 2004


Bulgaria view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Bulgaria's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed June 1992. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/bgtoc.html
Topics: Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 20, 2006


Cambodia view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Cambodia's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed December 1987. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/khtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Oct 18, 2004


Caribbean Islands view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Islands of the Commonwealth Caribbean] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed November 1987. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cxtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Mar 2, 2000


China view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [China's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed July 1987. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cntoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
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Colombia view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Colombia's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed December 1988. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/cotoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
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Comoros view detail comment email this

Part of the Country Studies/Area Handbook series "describing and analyzing [Comoros's] political, economic, social, and national security systems and institutions, and examining the interrelationships of those systems and the ways they are shaped by cultural factors." Research completed August 1994. Searchable , can limit your search to one or more countries. From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/kmtoc.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Jul 18, 2004


Congo view detail comment email this

Provides annotated Web links to information about the Republic of the Congo in the areas of culture, politics, human rights, news, economic development, education, and the environment. Some of the links are to French-language sites; these are clearly indicated by their abstracts. From Columbia University Libraries.
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/indiv/africa/cuvl/Congo.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Aug 3, 2005


Cook Islands Government Online view detail comment email this

Official Web site for the government of these "15 widely-dispersed islands in the South Pacific Ocean between French Polynesia and Fiji." Includes a government directory, history, a country profile, a map, statistics, news, and other information about the islands.
http://www.cook-islands.gov.ck/
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Feb 7, 2005


Countries of the World view detail comment email this

Basic facts about all of the countries of the world. Entries include a map; flag; official name; current ruler; land area; population; capital; largest cities; monetary unit; languages; ethnicity/race; religions; literacy rate; economy; government; and history. From Infoplease.
http://www.infoplease.com/countries.html
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Politics by Place, Regions of the World
Last updated Feb 27, 2005


Country Profile: Luxembourg view detail comment email this

Profile of "the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg ... a small country, landlocked by Belgium, France and Germany." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1914, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1061821.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Jul 29, 2009


Country Profile: Afghanistan view detail comment email this

Profile of this landlocked and mountainous country that is "sandwiched between the Middle East, Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent along the ancient 'Silk Route.'" Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1919, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1162668.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Albania view detail comment email this

Profile of this country "with a landscape including rugged mountains and a lengthy stretch of Adriatic coastline." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1004234.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Algeria view detail comment email this

Profile of this country in northern Africa, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1962 (the year it gained its independence from France), and information about Algerian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and related audio and video clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/790556.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Andorra view detail comment email this

Profile of this tiny principality "almost hidden on the border between France and Spain." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/992562.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Angola view detail comment email this

Profile of Angola, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Angolan leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063073.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Antigua and Barbuda view detail comment email this

Profile of Antigua and Barbuda, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1191111.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Argentina view detail comment email this

Profile of Argentina, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1916, and information about Argentine leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1192478.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Armenia view detail comment email this

Profile of this "landlocked country with Turkey to the west and Georgia to the north." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1915, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1108052.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Australia view detail comment email this

Profile of Australia, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Australian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1250188.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Austria view detail comment email this

Profile of Austria, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1918, and information about Austrian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1032215.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Azerbaijan view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Azerbaijan, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1235976.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bahamas view detail comment email this

Profile of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas (an archipelago of 700 islands and islets located between the United States and Cuba), including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1235976.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bahrain view detail comment email this

Profile of Bahrain, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1913, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/790690.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bangladesh view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Bangladesh, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1160598.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Barbados view detail comment email this

Profile of Barbados, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1154116.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Belarus view detail comment email this

Profile of this "former Soviet republic [that] was occupied by the Nazis between 1941 and 1944." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1102180.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Belgium view detail comment email this

Profile of this country that "is home to the headquarters of the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/999709.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Belize view detail comment email this

Profile of Belize (formerly known as British Honduras), including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1211472.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Benin view detail comment email this

Profile of Benin, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1946, and information about Benin's leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1064527.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bhutan view detail comment email this

Profile of Bhutan, "a tiny, remote and impoverished kingdom nestling in the Himalayas between its powerful neighbours, India and China." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1907, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1166513.stm
Topics: Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bolivia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Bolivia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1210487.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bosnia-Hercegovina view detail comment email this

Profile of the Republic of Bosnia-Hercegovina, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1908 when it was annexed to Austria-Hungary, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories (on topics such as the 1994 Sarajevo and 1995 Srebrenica massacres), and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1066886.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Botswana view detail comment email this

Profile of Botswana, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1867, and information about Botswana's leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1068674.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Brazil view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Brazil, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1227110.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Brunei view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Brunei, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1298607.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 4, 2009


Country Profile: Bulgaria view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Bulgaria, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1059735.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Burkina Faso view detail comment email this

Profile of Burkina Faso, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1919, and information about Burkina Faso leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1032616.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Burma view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Burma ("also known as Myanmar"), including a brief history, profile of Burmese leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1300003.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Burundi view detail comment email this

Profile of Burundi, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Burundian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1068873.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Cambodia view detail comment email this

This news site provides "an overview of Cambodia including key facts, political leaders and notes on the media." Features a brief history and timeline of key events dating from 1863. Includes news stories, audio and video files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1243892.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Cameroon view detail comment email this

Profile of Cameroon, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Cameroonian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1042937.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Canada view detail comment email this

Profile of Canada, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1497, and information about Canadian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1198865.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Cape Verde view detail comment email this

Profile of Cape Verde, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Cape Verde leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1021202.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Central African Republic view detail comment email this

Profile of the Central African Republic (CAR), including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about CAR leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1067518.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Chile view detail comment email this

Provides an overview of the country's political history, statistics, leader profiles, information about media outlets, a chronology of key events, and related news stories and links. Also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1222764.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: China view detail comment email this

Profile of "the world's most populous country," including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1949, and information about Chinese leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1287798.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Colombia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Colombia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1212798.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Comoros view detail comment email this

Profile of Comoros, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Comoros leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070727.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Costa Rica view detail comment email this

Profile of Costa Rica, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Costa Rican leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1166587.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Croatia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Croatia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1097128.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Cuba view detail comment email this

Profile of Cuba, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Cuban leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories on subjects such as Che Guevara and Fidel Castro, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1203299.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Cyprus view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Cyprus, including background on Greek and Turkish conflicts over the island, profiles of Cypriot leaders, a timeline of key events back to 1914, and a description of local media. Includes links to news stories and related sites, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1016541.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Czech Republic view detail comment email this

Profile of this country that was "part of Czechoslovakia until ... January 1993." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timelines of key events (for the Czech Republic and Czechoslovakia), and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1108489.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Democratic Republic of Congo view detail comment email this

Profile of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about DR Congo leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of some stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1076399.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Denmark view detail comment email this

Profile of this Nordic country, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1032760.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Djibouti view detail comment email this

Profile of Djibouti, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Djibouti leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070579.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Dominica view detail comment email this

Profile of this island in the Caribbean, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Dominican leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1166435.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Dominican Republic view detail comment email this

Profile of this country in the Caribbean, which was once ruled by Spain and shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, a former French colony. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1216926.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: East Timor view detail comment email this

Profile of the "first new nation of the [21st] century," which was founded on May 20, 2002, and which previously had been governed by Indonesia and Portugal. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1508119.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, History By Place, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Ecuador view detail comment email this

This news site provides "an overview of Ecuador including key facts, political leaders, and notes on the media." Features a brief history and timeline of key events dating from 1450. Includes news stories, audio and video files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1212882.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Egypt view detail comment email this

Profile of Egypt, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Egyptian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, historical audio and video clips, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/737642.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: El Salvador view detail comment email this

Profile of the Central American country of El Salvador, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1220684.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Equatorial Guinea view detail comment email this

Profile of Equatorial Guinea, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Equatorial Guinea leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1023151.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Eritrea view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Eritrea, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background information on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070813.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Estonia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Estonia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1106425.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Fiji view detail comment email this

Profile of this country in the Pacific Ocean "comprised of more than 800 volcanic and coral islands," including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1300477.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Finland view detail comment email this

Profile of this Nordic country that had been ruled by Sweden and Russia much of the time prior to the early 20th century. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1023629.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia view detail comment email this

Profile of this Balkan country, which was formerly part of Yugoslavia. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events (and a timeline about Yugoslavia), and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1067125.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: France view detail comment email this

Profile of France, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1914, and information about French leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/998481.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Gabon view detail comment email this

Profile of Gabon, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Gabonese leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1023203.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Georgia view detail comment email this

Profile of Georgia from a journalistic perspective. Includes news and news analysis, multimedia features, demographic and economic facts, historical overview and timeline, related links, and information about leaders and media. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1102477.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Government, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Germany view detail comment email this

Profile of Germany, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1914, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1047864.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Ghana view detail comment email this

Profile of Ghana, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Ghanaian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio and video clips, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1023355.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Greece view detail comment email this

Profile of this country that is "situated in the far south of the Balkan peninsula." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1924, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1009249.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Grenada view detail comment email this

Profile of this island nation in the Caribbean, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to the 1498 sighting of the island by Christopher Columbus, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1209605.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Holidays and Observances Individually, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Guatemala view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Guatemala, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1215758.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Guinea view detail comment email this

Profile of Guinea, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1891, and information about Guinea's leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1032311.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Guinea-Bissau view detail comment email this

Profile of Guinea-Bissau, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Guinea-Bissau's leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1043287.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Guyana view detail comment email this

Profile of "the only English-speaking country in South America," including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1211325.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Haiti view detail comment email this

Profile of this country in the Caribbean, which was once ruled by France and shares the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic, a former Spanish colony. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem and links to related stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1202772.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Honduras view detail comment email this

Profile of Honduras, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Honduran leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1225416.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Iceland view detail comment email this

Profile of this "North Atlantic island famous for its hot springs and geysers, ... [and which] has numerous active volcanoes." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1025227.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: India view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of India, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. Includes audio and video files. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1154019.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Indonesia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Indonesia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1260544.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Iran view detail comment email this

Profile of Iran, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1907, and information about Iranian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/790877.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Iraq view detail comment email this

Profile of Iraq including the latest news, demographic and economic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Iraqi leaders and media. Site also includes key stories, news analysis, links, audio features, and a video for the most recent live coverage. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791014.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Ireland view detail comment email this

Profile of the Republic of Ireland, formed from 26 counties that gained independence from Britain in the 1920s. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1914, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1038581.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Israel and Palestinian Territories view detail comment email this

Profile of this area in the Middle East, including demographic facts, historical overview, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to numerous related news stories, audio of the Israeli national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/803257.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, International Governments, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Italy view detail comment email this

Profile of Italy, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1915, and information about Italian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). Note: the audio files do not work.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1065345.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Ivory Coast view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of the Ivory Coast, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1043014.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Jamaica view detail comment email this

Profile of this Caribbean island, "the birthplace of Rastafarianism." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Jamaican leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1190968.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Japan view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Japan including key facts, political leaders and notes on the media. Features a brief history and timeline of key events dating from 1894. Includes news stories, audio and video files, audio of the national anthem, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1258586.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Jordan view detail comment email this

Profile of Jordan, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1948, and information about Jordanian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, historical audio and video clips, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/828763.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Kenya view detail comment email this

Profile of Kenya, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Kenyan leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio clips of news items, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1024563.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Kiribati view detail comment email this

Profile of Kiribati, the former Gilbert Islands, "a collection of 33 atolls, ranged into three principal groups, which won independence from the United Kingdom in 1979." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1168527.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Government, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Kuwait view detail comment email this

Profile of Kuwait, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Kuwaiti leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791053.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Kyrgyzstan view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Kyrgyzstan, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1296485.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Latvia view detail comment email this

Profile of the country, which is the geographic "middle of the three former Soviet Baltic republics." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1918, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1106666.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Lebanon view detail comment email this

Profile of Lebanon including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events dating back to 1920, and information about Lebanese leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791071.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Lesotho view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Lesotho, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063291.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Liberia view detail comment email this

This profile of Liberia provides statistics, a timeline of key historical events, an overview of the media (including newspapers, news agencies, and television and radio stations), audio clips (such as the national anthem), and links to news sources. From BBC News.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1043500.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, History By Place, Regions of the World, Regions of the World, Statistics
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Libya view detail comment email this

Profile of Libya, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Libyan leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, historical audio and video clips, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/819291.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Liechtenstein view detail comment email this

Profile of the "Principality of Liechtenstein ... a tiny, landlocked country much of whose wealth is based on its status as a low tax haven." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1719, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1066002.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Lithuania view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Lithuania including key facts, political leaders, and notes on the media. Features a brief history and timeline of key events dating from 1915. Includes news stories and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1106095.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Madagascar view detail comment email this

Profile of Madagascar, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Malagasy leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063208.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Malawi view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Malawi, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files of Malawian leaders' speeches, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1068913.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Malaysia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Malaysia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1304569.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mali view detail comment email this

Profile of Mali, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Malian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1021454.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Malta view detail comment email this

Profile of this island-nation located between Europe and North Africa. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1045691.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mauritania view detail comment email this

Profile of Mauritania, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Mauritanian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791083.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mauritius view detail comment email this

Profile of Mauritius, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Mauritian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063172.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mexico view detail comment email this

Profile of Mexico, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1910, and information about Mexican leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and audio and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1210779.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Micronesia view detail comment email this

Profile of "the Federated States of Micronesia [which] consist of some 600 islands grouped into four states: Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk (Truk) and Yap." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1300849.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Moldova view detail comment email this

Profile of this country "sandwiched between Romania and Ukraine, ... [which] emerged as an independent republic following the collapse of the USSR in 1991." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/3038982.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Monaco view detail comment email this

Profile of Monaco, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1297, and information about its leaders and media. Includes related links. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/2530481.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mongolia view detail comment email this

Profile of Mongolia, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Mongolian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1235560.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Morocco view detail comment email this

Profile of Morocco, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Moroccan leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791867.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Mozambique view detail comment email this

Profile of Mozambique, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063120.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Namibia view detail comment email this

Profile of Namibia, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Namibian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1063245.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Nauru view detail comment email this

Profile of this tiny Pacific Island, "named Pleasant Island by its first European visitors, Nauru is the world's smallest republic." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1134221.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Nepal view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Nepal, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories (including a 2008 series on the ending of the monarchy and a 2001 feature on the royal massacre), audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1166502.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: New Zealand view detail comment email this

Profile of this island nation in the southern Pacific Ocean, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1136253.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Nicaragua view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Nicaragua, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, an audio file of the national anthem, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1225218.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Niger view detail comment email this

Profile of Niger, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1054396.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Nigeria view detail comment email this

Profile of Nigeria, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Nigerian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1064557.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: North Korea view detail comment email this

Profile of North Korea, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1945, and information about North Korean leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1131421.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Norway view detail comment email this

Profile of the Norway. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1905 (when the "Norwegian parliament, the Storting, proclaim[ed] independence from Sweden"), and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1023276.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Oman view detail comment email this

Profile of the Sultanate of Oman, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Omani leaders and media. Site also includes audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791892.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Pakistan view detail comment email this

Profile of this country "created to meet the demands of Indian Muslims for their own homeland." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem and selected news stories, and video clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/south_asia/country_profiles/1157960.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Palau view detail comment email this

Profile of this northern Pacific island nation that "became independent in 1994, after being part of a United Nations trust territory administered by the U.S. for 47 years." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/2693697.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Panama view detail comment email this

Profile of Panama, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Panamanian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1229332.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Papua New Guinea view detail comment email this

Profile of Papua New Guinea, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1246074.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Paraguay view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Paraguay, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1222081.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Peru view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Peru, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/country_profiles/1224656.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Portugal view detail comment email this

Profile of Portugal, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1908, and information about Portuguese leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/994099.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, History By Place, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Qatar view detail comment email this

Profile of the State of Qatar, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Qatari leaders and media. Site provides brief information about Al-Jazeera, the "influential pan-Arab satellite broadcaster, financed by the Qatar government." From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791921.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Republic of Congo view detail comment email this

Profile of the Republic of Congo, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Congolese leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1076794.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Romania view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Romania, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1057466.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Russia view detail comment email this

Profile of Russia, including demographic facts, historical overview, timelines of key events for Russia and for the Soviet Union (1917-1991), and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem and selected news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1102275.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Rwanda view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Rwanda, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio files, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070265.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, History By Place, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Samoa view detail comment email this

Profile of this "former German protectorate ... [that] was governed by New Zealand until its citizens voted for independence in 1961." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Samoan leaders and media. Site also includes links to audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1300802.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Nov 6, 2009


Country Profile: San Marino view detail comment email this

Profile of this tiny landlocked republic that is surrounded by Italy. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and brief listings of leaders and media outlets. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/2669927.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Sao Tome and Principe view detail comment email this

Profile of Sao Tome and Principe, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1064541.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Saudi Arabia view detail comment email this

Profile of Saudi Arabia, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about Saudi Arabian leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/country_profiles/791936.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Senegal view detail comment email this

Profile of Senegal, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1064496.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Serbia and Montenegro view detail comment email this

Profile of this country, the union of which "was voted into existence by the Yugoslav parliament in February 2003." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 2000, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, audio of the national anthem, and video clips. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1039269.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Seychelles view detail comment email this

Profile of the Seychelles, including demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about its leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070461.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Sierra Leone view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Sierra Leone, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, audio and video files, background on political issues, and links to related sites. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1061561.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Singapore view detail comment email this

Profile of "south-east Asia's hi-tech, wealthy city-state which is also known for the conservatism of its leaders and its strict social controls." Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events back to 1819, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1143240.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Slovakia view detail comment email this

Profile of this country that was part of Czechoslovakia until 1993. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timelines of key events for Slovakia and Czechoslovakia, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and audio of the national anthem. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1108491.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Slovenia view detail comment email this

This news site provides an overview of Slovenia, including a brief history, profile of leaders, timeline of key events, and description of local media. Features news stories, background on political issues, and links to related sites. Includes audio and video files. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC).
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/country_profiles/1097296.stm
Topics: Country Studies by Continent, Regions of the World, Regions of the World
Last updated Sep 8, 2009


Country Profile: Solomon Islands view detail comment email this

Profile of this country that "consists of several large volcanic islands [including Guadalcanal] to the south-east of Papua New Guinea." Inclu