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 2026-2027 offers complete and up-to-date information on the world’s nations. This comprehensive guide is packed with data on countries’ politics, populations, economics, and environment for 2026 and looks ahead to 2027.
The CIA World Factbook 2026-2027 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.
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The Central Intelligence Agency is an independent agency responsible for providing objective intelligence and analysis to senior US policymakers, including the president and the National Security Council. The CIA is divided into five basic components: the Directorate of Analysis, the Directorate of Operations (formerly the National Clandestine Service), the Directorate of Digital Innovation, the Directorate of Science & Technology, and the Directorate of Support. The CIA’s headquarters are located in Langley, Virginia.
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