Brief information and statistics on countries and territories, including "history, people, government, economy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues" (i.e., disputes).
Free data on 40+ countries from the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development). For a deeper dive, see the reports available in the OECD Country Surveys
International development organization with membership from 187 countries. Lends money to member nations and works on development research in areas such as health, education, finance, and the environment
World Politics Review provides up to date analysis of global current events in readable, in-depth articles. The content in this database is also available in full on a visually appealing website where readers can search or browse by geographic region, and sign up for relevant newsletter communications.
Background on a country's political and economic environment, leading sectors, trade regulations, investment climate, financing, and business travel. From the International Trade Administration.