"The Europa World Year Book is renowned as one of the world's leading reference works. Covering more than 250 countries and territories, the 2020 edition provides detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory data, and remains an indispensable source of information on worldwide affairs."-- Rear cover.

Globally renowned for its accuracy, consistency and reliability, the Europa World Year Book 2020 is your source for detailed country surveys containing the latest analytical, statistical and directory information for over 250 countries and territories. For ninety years since its first publication, the Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socio-economic analysis for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach. The Europa World Year Book 2020 is also available online as an authoritative and regularly-updated digital resource. For more information, please visit: www.europaworld.com.

For over ninety years since its first publication, The Europa World Year Book has been the premier source of contemporary political and socioeconomic information for library reference shelves, offering timely information with a global reach.

Now in its 72nd edition, The Europa World of Learning is one of the world's leading reference works. Updated to the highest editorial standards, entries are sourced directly from the organizations to ensure accurate and reliable information. The accreditation status of every university and college is verified before its entry is approved. Every type of academic institution is covered, including over: 7,800 universities and colleges 5,800 research institutes 3,400 museums and art galleries 5,000 learned societies 3,600 libraries and archives 850 regulatory and representative bodies Separate chapters for countries from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe each feature an introductory survey of the country's higher education system. A separate section covers international organizations concerned with higher education and scholarship. Subscribers may download these online at www.worldoflearning.com alongside an archive of essays from past editions.

First published in 2003. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.