This chapter provides an overview of Peru’s geography, government, population, religion and climate, among other characteristics. It also features analyses on recent economic policies, social inequality and relations with China.
The section also includes interviews with President Ollanta Moisés Humala Tasso; Juan Manuel Santos, President of Colombia; and Rafael Roncagliolo, Minister of Foreign...
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Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Peru 2012
Located on Africa’s western coast, Ghana is home to 24m people and a variety of ethnic groups. The country is divided into 10 administrative regions and has a strong executive branch, a unicameral legislature made up of 230 members, and an independent judiciary.
This section includes an article on some of the country’s historical touristic attractions and a profile of boxing legend Azumah Nelson. It also provides the reader with an overview of local etiquette and business practices, information on hotels and resorts, and contact information for local government agencies and services.
In just the past few years, Ghana’s economy has undergone major transformations and has been shaped by a number of encouraging trends, including a rising per capita income, increased capital spending, higher commodities prices and an improved government fiscus. The economy grew by 14.4% in real terms in 2011, the highest rate of growth recorded worldwide that year. Much of this was due to the...
Chapter | Country Profile from The Report: Ghana 2012
This chapter takes a look at Ghana’s history, trade relations and its impact on the regional and global stage. This chapter contains interviews with Mahatir Mohammad, former Prime Minister of Malaysia; Stephen O’Brien, UK Under-Secretary of State for International Development; and viewpoints from President President John Dramani Mahama and Fernando Pimentel, Brazilian Minister of Development,...
This section includes an article about Songkran, the Thai water festival celebrating the New Year, as well as a feature about the tranquil and historic city of Kanchanaburi. OBG also offers information on hotels, government and other listings, alongside useful tips for visitors on topics like currency, visas, language, communications, dress, business hours and electricity.