The following links are good to get basic information about your member state. These are where you should start your research, as you can start to understand the condition of your country. Try to get a basic understanding of your member state’s political background, current economic situation, and social and cultural factors which impact upon its position.
Research Document: Country Background Research Template
- The CIA World Factbook
- U.S. Department of State Factsheets
- BBC Country Profiles
- NationMaster – A one-stop-shop for country data
- VOA Pronunciation Guide – Voice of America provides the proper pronunciation of world leaders’ names and locations in the news.