The 2003 CIA World Factbook

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27558

Title

The 2003 CIA World Factbook

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en

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The 2003 CIA World Factbook offers a comprehensive snapshot of global nations as of January 2003. This authoritative reference provides essential data on geography, demographics, government, economy, and communications for every country and territory. With clear field listings and rank orders, it serves as an indispensable tool for researchers, policymakers, and travelers seeking reliable, concise international intelligence.

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Published by the United States Central Intelligence Agency, The 2003 CIA World Factbook serves as a comprehensive, structured overview of global nations as of December 18, 2003. This volume functions as a definitive snapshot of world conditions at the turn of the 21st century, designed for clarity and utility by intelligence professionals and researchers. Each of the numerous country entries provides a detailed examination of background, geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military affairs, and transnational issues. The text offers specific insights into the strategic locations of nations, noting chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz and the Panama Canal, as well as unique geographic features such as the highest waterfalls and largest swamps. Beyond individual country profiles, the Factbook includes rank-order lists for critical metrics such as population, GDP, military spending, and literacy rates, facilitating quick comparative analysis across the globe. Significant updates in this edition include new data fields for natural gas production, consumption, exports, and imports, alongside oil statistics, reflecting the evolving energy landscape. The volume is supported by extensive appendices that define abbreviations, list international organizations, and cross-reference hydrographic and geographic data using various institutional codes. Additionally, the text provides a glossary of local names and historical designations, ensuring accurate identification of regions and entities. By combining textual descriptions with statistical data, the Factbook remains a foundational resource for understanding the geopolitical, economic, and social dynamics of the world in 2003, offering a detailed map of global conditions for the era.

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Categories

• Politics
• Geography
• Political Science
• Political Statistics