Contains reliable, coherent data for keeping track of trends in world trade, the global economy and development. The Handbook’s statistical figures, based primarily on international and national sources, are a valuable tool for research, education and decision-making.
Availble:
- in print
- on CDROM: largely based on the traditional printed versions of the Handbook. However, a particular feature of the CD-ROM version is its presentation of full-time series. In addition, CD-ROM tables permit simultaneous viewing of values, percentages and rankings. Data on the CD-ROM are presented in a user-friendly format. The CD-ROM is accompanied by a booklet with easy-to-follow set-up instructions.
- On-line: Automatic registration facility is provided; first time users shouldregister ster providing an user name and a password of their choice. Once connected, users can choose the data from a list of available items, and create a table. The selected data can then be rearranged, charted and extracted as a worksheet file, or saved as a custom query for the future access.