Cia the world factbook references flags of the world. More information about japan is available from the department of state and other sources, some of which are listed here. Education is world book s commitment and its editorial team is world book s strength. The original 42 descriptions were completed in 1993. Japan cia world factbook the best country factbook. Thailand cia world factbook the best country factbook. The office of public affairs opa is the single point of contact for all inquiries. A nighttime view of tokyo, japan from the international space station. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan economy 2015 should be addressed to the cia. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan people 2015 should be addressed to the cia. After its defeat in world war ii, japan recovered to become an economic power and a staunch ally of the us. Country cia world factbook the best country factbook.
The cia world factbook 20182019 by central intelligence. The world factbook 1990 wikisource, the free online library. Previous editions of the world factbook have been known for poor editing but this edition takes the cake. As that lineup of names suggests, this category is a bit unwieldy, and deserves its own explication. The entrenched interests of the regional nobility prevented the proper functioning of a government built upon ethical practice. Other standard emotions include the vacuum sensation of confronting your mortality, my favorite seasonal food is back, and beige ennui. In 1948, the britishruled territories on the malay peninsula formed the federation of malaya, which became independent in 1957. Relations began in the late 18th and early 19th century, with the diplomatic but forcebacked missions of u.
The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 20 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. The apps are essentially rewrites of the cias world factbook, which, as a government publication, can be freely used by private publishers. It is administered by the ministry of justice in the government of japan, and is tasked with internal security and espionage against threats to japanese national security based on the subversive activities prevention act and the act regarding the control of organizations. Popular japanese history books goodreads share book.
Sep 06, 2011 nor did i overlook the world factbook, or the world factbook 2011 or the 2011 world factbook. The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 2015 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. Apr 03, 2020 world book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. The much smaller agricultural sector is highly subsidized and protected, with crop yields among the highest in the world. The cia world factbook contains information and statistics on geography, population, economy, military, government, etc. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan 2020 information contained here. Click on the country, and you jump to a page about that country which lists facts regarding geography, people, government, economy, transportation, communications systems, and defense forces. Cia world fact book, 2004world wikisource, the free. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of 2009 country information contained here. The central intelligence agency cia aims to summarize that information in just a few pages. Longrun prospects for the tourist sector have been greatly bolstered by the expansion of agnostism and atheism around the world. Plans for the future include upgrading the labor force, reducing unemployment, strengthening the banking and tourist sectors, and, in general, further widening the economic base beyond oil and gas. The cia world factbook 2012 kindle edition by the central intelligence agency. Country comparison life expectancy at birth the world.
Japan attacked us forces in 1941 triggering americas entry into world war ii and soon occupied much of east and southeast asia. Each team member is dedicated to producing accurate and unbiased information by utilizing contemporary technological tools and following traditional practices. May 08, 2018 previous editions of the world factbook have been known for poor editing but this edition takes the cake. The world factbook, produced annually by the cia, has become the ultimate authoritative source of information on all the nations of the world. Known as siam until 1939, thailand is the only southeast asian country never to have been taken over by a european power. Cia world factbook the most comprehensive country facts available online the world factbook the factbook provides a two to threepage summary of the demographics, geography, communications, government, economy, and military of 266 u.
World book student is easy to use and well designed for the target age group. The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 2020 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency and other sources. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan 20 should be addressed to the cia. Cia world fact book, 2004japan wikisource, the free online library. Japan maintains an embassy in the united states at 2520 massachusetts avenue nw, washington, dc 20008 tel. Robotics constitutes a key longterm economic strength with japan possessing 410,000 of the world s 720,000 working robots. This is a snapshot of the cia world fact book as it existed on 26 march 2005. By my count there are 11 countries missing from the book including japan. Usually selfsufficient in rice, japan must import about 50% of its requirements of other grain and fodder crops. While the emperor retains his throne as a symbol of. Following three decades of unprecedented growth, japans economy experienced a major slowdown starting in the 1990s, but the country remains an economic. The format for in text citations is based on how the source is cited in the references. Cia world fact book, 2004malaysia wikisource, the free. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about the 20 cia world fact book should be addressed to the cia.
The cia world factbook 20182019 central intelligence agency on. Bruneis leaders are concerned that steadily increased integration in the world economy will undermine internal social cohesion. The central intelligence agency cia is an independent us government agency responsible for providing national security intelligence to senior us policymakers. If the cia book doesnt list it, this video wont either. From the world s most sophisticated intelligence gathering organization, here is the cia s official countrybycountry data on nations around the world. By my count there are 11 countries missing from the book including japan, moldova, nauru, northern marianas, paraguay, st. Each one has a history, people, government, and economy. At that time, a russian developer figured out how to condense the entire cia world book of facts in a fashion that made its numbers crunchable and its variables applicable to all nations.
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Cia world fact book, 2004japan wikisource, the free online. The world factbook, also known as the cia world factbook, is a reference resource produced. Comments and queries are welcome and may be addressed to. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan 20 information contained here.
The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 2018 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. Central intelligence agency 40 followers the central intelligence agency cia is a civilian foreign intelligence service of the u. Please bookmark this page add it to your favorites. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan 2018 should be addressed to the cia. Japan korea, north korea, south laos macau malaysia mongolia papua new guinea paracel islands philippines singapore spratly islands. The office of public affairs opa is the single point of contact for all inquiries about the central intelligence agency cia. Relations with japan united states department of state. Cia world fact book, 2004japan wikisource, the free. Prior to the end of world war ii, shinto was the state religion of japan, and bolstered the cult of the japanese emperor.
Potomac books publishes a commercial version of the world factbook in order to extend the limited audience reached by the cia s own publication. Internal conflict over the proper way to reform the ailing banking system continues. Japan s huge government debt, which totals more than 150% of gdp, and the ageing of the population are two major longrun problems. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan 2015 information contained here. The official print version is available from the government printing office. In 1932 japan occupied manchuria, and in 1937 it launched a fullscale invasion of china. After its defeat in world war ii, japan recovered to become an economic power and an ally of the us. The information regarding various countries on this page is republished from the 2009 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. The history of the cia,which is perhaps the best book ever written on the central intelligence agency, and its general history of dismal failures. The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 2020 world fact book of the united states central intelligence. Japan maintains one of the worlds largest fishing fleets and accounts for nearly 15% of the global catch.
World fact book provides latest demography world news from the most comprehensive global news network on the internet. For three decades overall real economic growth had been spectacular. The heart of the city is brightest, with ribbons of lights radiating outward from the center. In alliance with japan during world war ii, thailand became a us ally following the conflict. Education is world books commitment and its editorial team is world books strength. Usually self sufficient in rice, japan must import about 55% of its food on a caloric basis. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan people 2015 information contained here. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan 2015 should be addressed to the cia. World book is a leading publisher of nonfiction and mixedgenre childrens book series, reference materials, and digital learning platforms. If you wish to link to this page, you can do so by referring to the url address below this line. Sikhism founded by the guru nanak born 1469, sikhism believes in a nonanthropomorphic, supreme, eternal, creator god. Japan maintains one of the world s largest fishing fleets and accounts for nearly 15% of the global catch. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan introduction 2020 information contained here.
It provides current data for more than 250 countries and territories, fromafghanistan to zimbabwe. All suggestions for corrections of any errors about japan people 2018 should be addressed to the cia. Cia world factbook the best country factbook available. Please select a country to view, world afghanistan akrotiri albania algeria american samoa andorra. The world factbook, also known as the cia world factbook, is a reference resource produced by the central intelligence agency cia with almanacstyle information about the countries of the world. The world factbook provides information on the history, people and society, government, economy, energy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities. This factbook, developed under bjs grants, provides narrative descriptions of the criminal justice systems of 45 countries around the world. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan people 2018 information contained here.
Bureau of justice statistics the world factbook of. Hello, the factbook is considered to be an online reference work, and you are citing an entry. The central intelligence agency cia is an independent us government agency responsible for providing national security intelligence to senior us. While highminded scholars often called for reforms, their memoranda carried little weight with an idle aristocracy. We read every letter or email we receive, and we will convey your comments to cia officials outside opa as appropriate. Liberia cia world factbook the best country factbook. A unified thai kingdom was established in the mid14th century. The world factbook, prepared by the cia using information from a halfdozen cabinetlevel agencies, profiles basic intelligence on all areas of the world. Other companiessuch as skyhorse publishingalso print a paper edition.
Feb 02, 2016 in 1933 japan occupied manchuria and in 1937 it launched a fullscale invasion of china. World book awardwinning encyclopedias, childrens books. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan economy 2015 information contained here. More noncriminal justice information about these countries is available from the cia s world factbook. The government is the only employer of the work force, relying heavily on financial assistance from the outside world. Declassified documents released by wikileaks show political tension regarding cia activities in japan after. During the late 18th and 19th centuries, great britain established colonies and protectorates in the area of current malaysia. While retaining its timehonored culture, japan rapidly absorbed western technology during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Cia the world factbook field listing government type. The information regarding japan on this page is republished from the 2014 world fact book of the united states central intelligence agency. From afghanistan to zimbabwe, the cia world factbook 20192020 offers complete and uptodate information on the world s nations. Bureau of justice statistics the world factbook of criminal.
However, with limited staff and resources, we simply cannot respond to all who write to us. No claims are made regarding the accuracy of japan geography 2020 information contained here. Cia world factbook the best country factbook available online. A bloodless revolution in 1932 led to a constitutional monarchy. Perry to the tokugawa shogunate the countries maintained relatively cordial relations after that. After its devastating defeat in world war ii, japan recovered to become the second most powerful economy in the world and a staunch ally of the us. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the cia world factbook 2012. The tiny agricultural sector is highly subsidized and protected, with crop yields among the highest in the world.
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