'This is a magnificent compilation of timely information on an area of the world for which reliable data is often in short supply' - American Reference Book Annual

• Introductory Survey * Issues of regional importance are examined by acknowledged authorities of the area, subjects covered include: The economy; the political situation; religion; drugs Country Surveys * Separate chapters are included for each country * Includes details of history, geography and the economy A Statistical Survey * The latest available statistics are provided on industry, agriculture, trade, population, education, transport and tourism Directory * A collection of essential contact names, postal addresses, e-mail and internet address A Bibliography

'This is a magnificent compilation of timely information on an area of the world for which reliable data is often in short supply' - American Reference Book Annual

• Introductory Survey * Issues of regional importance are examined by acknowledged authorities of the area, subjects covered include: The economy; the political situation; religion; drugs Country Surveys * Separate chapters are included for each country * Includes details of history, geography and the economy A Statistical Survey * The latest available statistics are provided on industry, agriculture, trade, population, education, transport and tourism Directory * A collection of essential contact names, postal addresses, e-mail and internet address A Bibliography

'This is a magnificent compilation of timely information on an area of the world for which reliable data is often in short supply' - American Reference Book Annual

• Introductory Survey * Issues of regional importance are examined by acknowledged authorities of the area, subjects covered include: The economy; the political situation; religion; drugs Country Surveys * Separate chapters are included for each country * Includes details of history, geography and the economy A Statistical Survey * The latest available statistics are provided on industry, agriculture, trade, population, education, transport and tourism Directory * A collection of essential contact names, postal addresses, e-mail and internet address A Bibliography