International Affairs

This guide brings together key library resources and open access tools for researching international affairs. Use the tabs to find scholarly articles, books, statistics, policy reports, news, government documents, and more. Whether you’re just starting your research or diving into advanced sources, this guide will help you locate reliable, authoritative information.

• Need journal articles? Try Political Science Complete for scholarly articles in political science, international relations, and public policy.
• Looking for books? Use Esearch to find print and electronic books in the EMU Library.
• Want background from think tanks? Check the Policy Reports & Briefings page for research from organizations like Brookings, RAND, and the Wilson Center.
• Need global statistics? Start with United Nations Data for population, economic, health, and development data.
• Researching a specific country? Use the Country Information page for reliable country profiles, data, and reports.
• Interested in international law or treaties? Explore HeinOnline’s Government, Politics & Law for access to treaties, constitutions, international law, and legal journals.
• Need global news coverage? Use BBC World News for international perspectives on current events.