CIA World Factbook 2025-2026

The ultimate, comprehensive guide to official country data and statistics, from the world's most sophisticated intelligence-gathering organization. From Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, The CIA World Factbook 2025-2026 offers complete and up-to-date information on the worlds nations. This comprehensive guide is packed with data on countries politics, populations, economics, and environment for 2025 and looks ahead to 2026. The CIA World Factbook 2025-2026 includes the following for each country: Updated geopolitical maps Population statistics, with details on languages, religions, literacy rates, age structure, health indicators, and much more Up-to-date data on military expenditures and capabilities Geography information, including climate and natural hazards Details on prominent political figures and parties Contact information for diplomatic missions Facts on transportation, trade, and communication infrastructure Space program profiles for over 90 participating nations Also included are appendices with useful abbreviations, terror organization profiles, and more. Originally intended for use by government officials and policymakers as well as the broader intelligence community, this is a must-have resource for students, travelers, journalists, and anyone with a desire to know more about their world.