Information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.
The Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC, publishes a “Freedom Index” each year. It compares different countries with respect to Rule of Law, Government Size, Regulatory Efficiency, and Open Markets.
The Hofstede company provides intercultural human resources consulting services. To illustrate their approach they provide this free tool comparing countries along a 6 dimensional index.
This report maps indicators of the vitality of the community of Niagara. It identifies significant trends providing insights into issues that make a difference in the lives of Niagara residents.
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
This one has newspapers from around the world ... the key link is about halfway down with the world map. Students can get newspaper stories in English from select countries.
Information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA) offers links to resources for most countries in the world as well as more than 80 country profiles developed by Export Enterprises, of Paris, France.
MarketLine draws on primary and secondary research to profile all major companies, industries and countries. Search for "country analysis report" for socio-economic background.
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
"Search open data that is relevant to Canadians, learn how to work with datasets, and see what people have done with open data across the country." (from Open Data page description)
A portal that searches 35 databases from UN affiliated organizations - on Crime, Education, Energy, Environment, Finance, Food/Agriculture, Gender, Health, HIV/Aids, Human Development, Industry, IT, Labour, Population, Refugees, Tourism, Trade
Sign up now for free access to the UN Monthly Comtrade database, or log in below with your e-mail address. Anyone can register to access the data. If you forgot your passsword, click here.
The WTO Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of WTO activities over the past year and includes information on the WTO's budget and staffing.
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
"The World Factbook provides information on the history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities." Choose your country from the drop-down menu on the top right-hand side.
The U.S. Commercial Service Market Research Library containing industry and country specific reports including Country Commercial Guides for doing business in different countries.
"Search open data that is relevant to Canadians, learn how to work with datasets, and see what people have done with open data across the country." (from Open Data page description)
A portal that searches 35 databases from UN affiliated organizations - on Crime, Education, Energy, Environment, Finance, Food/Agriculture, Gender, Health, HIV/Aids, Human Development, Industry, IT, Labour, Population, Refugees, Tourism, Trade
The U.S. Commercial Service Market Research Library containing industry and country specific reports including Country Commercial Guides for doing business in different countries.
Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA) offers links to resources for most countries in the world as well as more than 80 country profiles developed by Export Enterprises, of Paris, France. (no NC login required)
The Hofstede company provides intercultural human resources consulting services. To illustrate their approach they provide this free tool comparing countries along a 6 dimensional index.
Metropolis, World Association of the Major Metropolises, is the leading international organization that gathers cities and metropolitan regions with more than a million inhabitants.
Currently NC Libraries does not subscribe to all OECD iLibrary content, however many content areas are freely available to any site visitor, such as the OECD Factbook, Working Papers, OECD Key Tables, and more.
Our regional representatives, located around the world, have developed strategic relationships with major customers in key sectors as well as an extensive network of local contacts in each regional market. Select a country or region and see how we can support your business
Federation of International Trade Associations (FITA) offers links to resources for most countries in the world as well as more than 80 country profiles developed by Export Enterprises, of Paris, France.
