Now in its seventy-second edition this title continues to provide the most up-to-date geopolitical and economic information for this important world area. Key Features: - covers the Middle East and North Africa from Algeria to Yemen - includes topical contributions from acknowledged experts on regional affairs - accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments - provides comprehensive data on all major organizations active in the countries of the region. Calendar of Political Events - A calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the year’s main political developments General Survey - introductory essays written by leading experts cover a wide range of topics relating to the region as a whole. Country Surveys Individual chapters on each country incorporating: - essays on the physical and social geography recent history and economy - an extensive and up-to-date statistical survey of economic and social indicators which include area and population health and welfare agriculture forestry fishing mining industry finance trade transport tourism communications media and education - a full directory with names addresses and contact details covering the government legislature political organizations election commission diplomatic representation judiciary religious groups the media finance trade and industry (including petroleum and natural gas) tourism defence and education - a country-specific bibliography providing suggestions for further research. Regional Information - includes all major international organizations active in the Middle East and North Africa their aims activities publications and principal personnel; a detailed survey of major commodities in the region; a directory of research institutes specializing in the region; select bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the region; and an index of regional organizations. |The Middle East and North Africa 2026
