A compilation of currently available international statistics for all countries and areas of the world. Presents 83 tables on 20 topics, primarily for the years 1986-1995 or 1987-1996, giving information on areas such as population, national accounts, finance, labor force, agriculture and manufacturing, and energy. Other areas covered include the environment, intellectual property, trade and tourism, balance of payments, and development assistance. Statistical sources and methods are fully documented in technical notes to each chapter to aid interpretation and further research. Information is presented in English and French.
