Mueckenheim J. (eds.) Countries of the World and Their Leaders. Yearbook 2006

Thomson Gale, 2007. — 2805 pages. — ISBN: 0787681067.Covering nearly 200 countries, this yearbook is filled with background notes reports from the U.S. Department of State. Entries typically cover geography, history, government and political conditions, economy, and state of relations with the United States. Also highlights detailed travel notes, including passport applications, visa requirements, regulations and duties, medical information, and national holidays, as well as international adoption regulations and annually updated comprehensive terrorism reports.