Travel Document Systems
Tds: Burma (Myanmar): Government
Find out about the repressive government in Burma. There is a chart that lists the theoretical constitutional government, but there have been no elections since 1990 so the constitution is just a theory right now. Information from the...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Nigeria: Government
A look at the development of government in Nigeria since its independence in 1960. Information is very current. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: South Africa: Government
A look at the current governmental system in South Africa in the post-apartheid period. You can see how the election process works and find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background...
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Turkish Odyssey: State Policies: Administration
This site describes the government of Turkey. Topics include the Turkish Grand National Assembly, the President, Cabinet, and local administration.
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Irish Labor Party
The website of the Irish Labor Party, covering news, events, elected politicians and candidates, and its political platform.
US Department of State
United States Embassy: Athens, Greece
This is the homepage of the United States Embassy in Greece. At this site, you can find out about Greek-U.S. relations, including current events.
BBC
Bbc: France Decides 2007
The BBC highlights all the latest news on France's new President-elect, Nicolas Sarkozy. Features in-depth analysis of the election which was held 5/6/07 and provides both video and audio coverage.
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Foreign Affairs of Latvia: Foreign Policy News
This site explains the structure of the Saeima, which is the Latvian Parliament, as well as other aspects of the political system. It gives information on the history of this government's development, and links to more detailed...
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The Republic of Ghana
The Republic of Ghana's official website provides current events on the topics of living, governing, investing, studying, and visiting.
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Citizens Information (Ireland)
This homepage provides information and links in order for one to find out about the rights of Irish citizens, or how to become a citizen of Ireland.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: South African Heads of Government (1909 1993)
Pictorial essay on the leadership during the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa from 1909 to 1993.
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Republic of Bulgaria: Council of Ministers
This resource is the official government website for the Republic of Bulgaria featuring all the latest news and comprehensive information on its government.
Google Cultural Institute
Google Cultural Institute: The Struggle for Freedom in Mozambique
Photographic timeline of the fourteen-year struggle for independence and social reform in Mozambique.
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Government of Switzerland: Democracy: The Swiss Political System
This site provides short of voters' political rights for Swiss citizens and how the voting system works.
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Guatemala
A fact file of information on Guatemala's geography, people, government, economy, history, politics, and foreign relations. (January 2012)
Other
Fulbright Assocation: Biography of Corazon C. Aquino
This page contains a brief biography of Corazon C. Aquino, former president of the Republic of the Philippines. It discusses her husband, Benigno S. Aquino, Jr., and her numerous awards she has been bestowed.
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Web Japan: Government
Explore both the national and prefectural governments of Japan and learn the responsibilities of each in this article from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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University College Cork: Irish Law
This site provides a comprehensive overview of Irish law. Content includes Ireland's Constitution, a look at Ireland's legal systems and courts, information on the Irish government, links to relevant websites, and much more.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: One Party
This video segment from Wide Angle describes the communist Workers' Party of Korea, the ruling party of North Korea.
BBC
Bbc News: North Korea: A Political History
This history of North Korea details the cult of personality that developed around Kim Il-sung and what has happened since his death in 1994 with the rise of his son and successor, Kim Jong Il.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Int'l Peace: Evaluating Political Reform in Yemen [Pdf]
An evaluation of the democratic reforms were are being attempted in the country. The author argues that there are some very big obstacles to democratic reform. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Papers: Islam, Militarism, and the 2007 2008 Elections [Pdf]
The author argues in this article that 2007 will be a critical year in Pakistan when it comes to the development of democracy. There is a conflict between the Islamist political groups and the military under President Musharraf. Requires...
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: Pushing Toward Party Politics? [Pdf]
An analysis of the Kuwaiti Muslim Brotherhood political goals in Kuwait and how it is making alliances with groups who are not in line with their religious and political views. The goal of the group is to create an Islamist state in...