"Geography embraces every fact on Earth every aspect of the composition, occupation, and history of the planet. It is the monitor of our abuse of our environment and our guide to its preservation. As such geography knows no intellectual boundaries. It deserves to sit at the center of any..... education"
Washington Post 1990
The World Bank's mission is to end global poverty and the improve living standards. This site gives economic information on the conditions and issues of the world's countries.