Political Handbook of theWorld 2005-2006

Political Handbook of theWorld 2005-2006
Author: William C Banks
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 1640
Release: 2005-12-19
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9781568029528

For almost eighty years, researchers seeking governmental and political information on countries around the globe have turned to Political Handbook of the World for the most authoritative and complete presentation of facts and analysis. CQ Press welcomes this renowned publication to its list of acclaimed reference sources, bringing its many current devotees - and future users - a new edition for 2005 - 2006, with a commitment to continuing the editorial integrity that has become the hallmark of this resource since its initial publication in 1928. Political Handbook of the World provides thorough and accurate information on the major aspects of each country's governmental and political composition. As a convenient, one-volume source for global political information, each edition features country profiles that include the following: Key facts: Political status, area, population, major urban centers, official language, monetary unit, heads of government, heads of state, ambassadors, and US and UN representation, Government and political history: Historical trends, regime changes, constitutional history, and regional and global policy issues of concern, Current issues: Headline-making events, trends, controversies, and challenges, Political parties and organizations: Leading and minor parties, quasi-partisan and extra-systemic organizations, alliances, party histories, ideology, and leadership, Legislatures and cabinets: Recent national election results, legislative leaders, cabinet ministers, Communications: Names, circulation, and political affiliation of major national media; news agencies; television coverage and Internet usage. In addition, Political Handbook of the World profiles 120 intergovernmental organizations, such as OPEC, NATO, the WTO, world and regional development banks, and the agencies and specialized bodies of the United Nations. Book jacket.

Political Handbook of the World 2005-2006

Political Handbook of the World 2005-2006
Author: Arthur S. Banks
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1570
Release: 2006
Genre: Political parties
ISBN: 9781483341194

Political Handbook of the World provides updated political profiles of all of the world's countries and details the history and activities of a number of intergovernmental organizations. Each country profile provides basic facts about the country, detailed background information on the country's history, government and politics, and political parties.

Political Handbook of the World 2015

Political Handbook of the World 2015
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 1889
Release: 2015-03-24
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1483371581

The Political Handbook of the World provides timely, thorough, and accurate political information, with more in-depth coverage of current political controversies than any other reference guide. The updated 2015 edition will continue to be the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country’s governmental and political makeup. Compiling in one place more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, this volume is renowned for its extensive coverage of all major and minor political parties and groups in each political system. It also provides names of key ambassadors and international memberships of each country, plus detailed profiles of more than 30 intergovernmental organizations and UN agencies. And this annual update includes coverage of current events, issues, crises, and controversies from the course of this year.

Political Handbook of the World 2016-2017

Political Handbook of the World 2016-2017
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 1965
Release: 2017-03-31
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 150632715X

Published since 1928, the Political Handbook of the World provides timely, thorough, and accurate political information with more in-depth coverage of current political controversies and political parties than any other reference guide. The updated 2016–2017 Edition continues this legacy as the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country’s governmental and political makeup. Political science and international relations scholars have revised this edition, and made understanding complex foreign affairs andpolitical situations easy and accessible. With more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, housed in one place, these volumes are renowned for their extensive coverage of all major and minor political parties and groups in each political system. They also provide names of key ambassadors and international memberships of each country, plus detailed profiles of more than 30 intergovernmental organizations and United Nations agencies. This comprehensive update will include coverage of current events, issues, crises, and controversies from the course of the last two years, including: The closely-watched U.S. presidential election The effect of the Brexit referendum and installment of a new British prime minister The extensive investigation and subsequent impeachment of Brazil’s president The far-reaching impact of the “Panama Papers” scandal Changes in U.S.–Cuba diplomatic relations and the reopening of their embassies The unconstitutional declaration of Gambia as an Islamic State Sentiments about the migrant and refugee crisis across Europe and the influence on policy Also, the new “For Further Reference” feature included for every country entry directs readers to additional resources to continue their research.

Political Handbook of the World 2012

Political Handbook of the World 2012
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 1849
Release: 2012-04-02
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1608719952

With more in-depth coverage of current political controversies than any other reference guide, 'Political Handbook of the World 2012' is the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country's governmental and political makeup.

Political Handbook of the World 2018-2019

Political Handbook of the World 2018-2019
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 2065
Release: 2019-03-19
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1544327137

The Political Handbook of the World provides timely, thorough, and accurate political information, with more in-depth coverage of current political controversies than any other reference guide. The updated 2018-2019 edition will continue to be the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country’s governmental and political makeup. Compiling in one place more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, this volume is renowned for its extensive coverage of all major and minor political parties and groups in each political system. It also provides names of key ambassadors and international memberships of each country, plus detailed profiles of more than 30 intergovernmental organizations and UN agencies. This comprehensive update will include coverage of current events, issues, crises, and controversies from the course of the last two years, including: Elections across Europe Referendum in Ireland Rohingya genocide in Myanmar The Venezuelan dictatorship The renaming of Swaziland to eSwatini Qatar diplomacy changes Historic meeting between the United States and North Korea Establishment of a new governing coalition in Liberia

Political Handbook of the World 2022-2023

Political Handbook of the World 2022-2023
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 2257
Release: 2023-04-25
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1071853074

The Political Handbook of the World 2022-2023 provides timely, thorough, and accurate political information, with more in-depth coverage of current political controversies than any other reference guide. The updated 2022-2023 edition continues to be the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country′s governmental and political makeup. Tom Lansford has compiled in one place more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, this volume is renowned for its extensive coverage of all major and minor political parties and groups in each political system. It also provides names of key ambassadors and international memberships of each country, plus detailed profiles of more than 30 intergovernmental organizations and UN agencies. And this update will aim to include coverage of current events, issues, crises, and controversies from the course of the last two years.

Political Handbook of the World 2020-2021

Political Handbook of the World 2020-2021
Author: Tom Lansford
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 2153
Release: 2021-03-23
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1544384726

The Political Handbook of the World by Tom Lansford provides timely, thorough, and accurate political information, with more in-depth coverage of current political controversies than any other reference guide. The updated 2020-2021 edition will continue to be the most authoritative source for finding complete facts and analysis on each country′s governmental and political makeup. Compiling in one place more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, this volume is renowned for its extensive coverage of all major and minor political parties and groups in each political system. The Political Handbook of the World 2020-2021 also provides names of key ambassadors and international memberships of each country, plus detailed profiles of more than 30 intergovernmental organizations and UN agencies. And this update will aim to include coverage of current events, issues, crises, and controversies from the course of the last two years.

Political Handbook of the World 2008

Political Handbook of the World 2008
Author: Arthur S Banks
Publisher: CQ Press
Total Pages: 1848
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9780872895287

With more than 200 entries on countries and territories throughout the world, this bestselling volume is the most authoritative one-stop source for findingfacts and analysis on each country's governmental and political makeup.