Japan – EC Library Guide on Country Knowledge: Databases and Country Profiles
Databases
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Databases | Find-eR
List of databases in Find-eR, European Commission library catalogue.
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EC Data Catalogue
Search and explore the wealth of data assets - datasets, databases, statistical products, reports and more - created or acquired by the European Commission DGs, services and executive agencies. Access via EU Login.
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EIU Viewpoint: Japan
Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) country knowledge portal brings together EIU’s economic, political and market insights and analysis.
Find more details in Find-eR.
Country profiles
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About Japan | The Government of JapanLearn about the basic information about Japan as well as cultural and useful travel information for Japan.
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Asian Development Bank and Japan: Fact SheetUpdated yearly, this ADB Fact Sheet provides information on Japan's contributions to ADB in terms of capital subscription and funding, the country’s delegates in ADB, and involvement of Japanese companies and consultants in ADB projects.
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BBC News: Japan country profile
Full profiles provide an instant guide to history, politics and economic background of countries and territories, and background on key institutions.
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Europa World: Japan overview
Europa World provides political, economic and statistical information on over 250 countries, territories and international and regional organizations
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Human Rights Watch: Japan
Human Rights Watch defends the rights of people in 90 countries worldwide.
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International Labour Organization (ILO): JapanJapan has been a founding Member State of the ILO since 1919 and a valued partner in promoting the Decent Work Agenda. Since its establishment in 1924, the ILO Office for Japan represents the ILO and ensures its core priorities and policies are disseminated among constituents, partners, and Japanese society.
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OECD: JapanJapan joined the OECD in 1964, becoming the Organisation’s 21st member country and its first from the Asia-Pacific region. Today it is one of 38 OECD Members.
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The Statesman’s Yearbook: Japan
The Statesman’s Yearbook is an annual publication covering the politics, cultures and economies of all the countries of the world plus major international organizations.
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The World Factbook: Japan
The Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA) World Factbook provides basic intelligence on the history, people, government, economy, energy, geography, environment, communications, transportation, military, terrorism, and transnational issues for 266 world entities.
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UNESCO: JapanUNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, is a specialized agency dedicated to strengthening our shared humanity through the promotion of education, science, culture, and communication.
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