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Tds: Tunisia: Government
A thorough look at the government and politics in Tunisia. You can learn about the branches of government, political parties, and reforms. Particularly interesting is Tunisia's support for women's rights. Information is from the U.S....
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Tds: United Arab Emirates: Government
A look at the government of United Arab Emirates reveals a loose federation of seven emirates with some attempts being made for more unity. A chart gives the principal players in the government. From U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Uganda: Government
A list of the current governmental officials and branches of government. You can also find out about the government's fight against the Lord's Resistance Army. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Belarus: Government
A look at the current government of Belarus. Find out the governmental problems and find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Benin: Government
Don't miss the chart that shows the many political parties that operate in the small country of Benin. Read about its government and its recent elections. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book and the U.S. State Dept. Background...
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Tds: Botswana: Government
A good look at the successful government of Botswana, a country with a stable and free democracy. You can find a list of the current governmental officials. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Seychelles: Government
Read about the government of Seychelles and find a chart of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Sierra Leone: Government
Read about the attempts Sierra Leone has made to reform its government since the civil wars in the 1990's. Find out about the governmental structure and about the elections. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Virtual Bangladesh
Virtual Bangladesh: Government
This Virtual Bangladesh site provides some general information on the government of Bangladesh.
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Tds: Sudan: Government
This is a very current look at the government of Sudan, the attempt at reconciliation between north and south, and the on-going problems in Darfur. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Rwanda: Government
A brief account of the government of Rwanda and the problems it is addressing as a result of the 1994 genocide. Find a chart of the current governmental officials and a look at the set-up of the government. Information is from the U.S....
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Tds: Swaziland: Government
Read about the interesting way Swaziland's government works. Find out about how the government structure runs parallel to the traditional chiefdom system. You will also find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is...
BBC
Bbc News: Profile: Mahinda Rajapaksa
BBC news presents a detailed profile of Mahinda Rajapaksa, political leader of the South Asian country of Sri Lanka. (September 2010)
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Hungary Relations With u.s.
Visit this website for an excellent overview of the relationship between Hungary and the United States since World War II.
Other
Paralegal Advice: South Africa's Citizenship Law [Pdf]
Document describing the three ways a person can become a citizen of South Africa: by birth, by descent, or by naturalization.
Other
El Salvador Military Rule
Here you'll find an overview of El Salvador. It discusses early 20th century instability with exports and government leading to rebellions. Good Basic information.
Other
Voltaire Network: Angela Merkel, a Neocon as President of the European Union
This article presents an informative essay covering the personal and political life of German Chancellor Angela Merkel. Photographs are provided as well. (16 February 2007)
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Lebanon, Path of Democracy [Pdf]
After the withdrawal of Syrian troops, Lebanon is faced with rebuilding its political structure. Unfortunately the nature of political parties in Lebanon could lead to a power vacuum. This Carnegie paper was written in 2006.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: A Saudi Woman Who Dared to Drive
Saudi Arabia announced in September 2017 that it would allow women to drive, ending a longstanding policy that has become a global symbol of the oppression of women in the ultraconservative kingdom. Meet one of the brave activists who...
Library of Congress
Loc: Nepal and the United States
This Library of Congress page recounting the history of Nepal's relations with the U.S., through 1991. Offers good overview of U.S. financial aid to Nepal, and Nepal's strategic importance to the United States.
Geographic
Nicaragua Government
Factual information on the government of Nicaragua. Includes information on each branch of government as well as political parties. Information current to 1999.
Other
Courts Service of Ireland
This site is designed to better inform the viewer of the court system in Ireland.
Other
China Daily: $94,000 Fine for One Child Policy Lapse
As hard as it is to believe, here is an article that reports on a Chinese couple that has been fined $94,250 because they had more than one child. 9/04