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Country Studies & Area Handbooks
Sample Table of Contents
Chronology of Important Events
Country Profile
Country
Geography
Society
Economy
Transportation & Communications
Government & Politics
National Security
Historical Setting
The Indigenous Population
The Colonial Era
The Empire
The Republican Era
The Society & Its Environment
The Physical Setting
Population
Social Structure
Cultural Unity & Diversity
Religion
Health Status & Health Care
Public Health & Welfare
Education
Social Conflict & Participation
The Economy
Historical Background & Economic Growth
The Labor Force & Income Levels
Structure of Production
Privatization
Exchange-Rate & Balance of Payments Policies
Fiscal & Monetary Policy, the Public Sector, & Inflation
Trade Policies
Trade Patterns & Regional Economic Integration
Economic Outlook
Government & Politics
Political Culture
Constitutional Framework
Structure of Government
The Political Party System
Politics
Women in Politics
The Electoral System
Elections
Interest Group Politics
Foreign Relations
National Security
The Military Role in Society & Government
International Conflicts
Foreign Military Influence
The Military Role in the Intelligence Services
Defense Industries
Mission of the Armed Forces
Defense Expenditures
Organization of the Armed Forces
Personnel & Training
Security Forces
Crime & Punishment
Science & Technology
Historical Evolution
The Computer Industry Policy
Science for Industrial Competitiveness
Administration of Science & Technology
Research & Development