From diplomatic security to foreign per diem rates to speeches, this site offers a good start for those seeking information on U.S. foreign policy, travel, and business services.
Is a development Bank which provides loans, policy advice, technical assistance and knowledge sharing services to low and middle income countries to reduce poverty.
The United Nations specialized agency for health. WHO's objective is the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health. Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Demographic and socio-economic statistics from all countries--some data back to 1950. There is summary data for each country or choose from a list of tables that include population breakdowns, vital rates, lifetables, migration rate, marital status, contraceptive use, religious affiliation, language, and literacy. Includes options for browser display and downloading into spreadsheets, and also a user-configurable option.
Human rights violations/abuses reported by the American Embassies abroad (reporting is mandated by federal law and based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights--see the preface for more info). The information is used in developing trade/international policies.
Look here to find information on recent outbreaks/epidemics in various countries, which vaccines you should have before traveling, and suggested precautionary measures.
Links to various American international broadcasting initiatives including Radio Free Europe and Radio Marti. You can find texts of current newswire broadcasts and program info.
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