About Government Information - International Focus
National government websites are excellent sources for official information such as laws, policy statements, statistics, and foreign affairs materials. The links below provide starting points for researching government perspectives from both the United States and other countries.
👉 Tip: If you need information from a country not listed here, try searching Google for phrases like “[Country name] official government portal” or “Ministry of Foreign Affairs [Country]” to find authoritative sites.
Core Resources
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USA.gov - U.S. Government PortalThe official entry point for U.S. government websites, including federal agencies, Congress, and the White House.
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GovInfo (U.S.)Full-text access to U.S. laws, congressional hearings, reports, and federal regulations.
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Parline Database on National Parliaments (IPU)Maintained by the Inter-Parliamentary Union, this site provides information on the structure, membership, and activities of national legislatures worldwide.
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CIA World Factbook - Government LinksIncludes basic information about each country plus links to official government websites where available.
Foreign Affairs Ministries
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U.S. Department of StateOfficial site for U.S. foreign policy, country background notes, and travel advisories.
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UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)Provides foreign policy statements, reports, and country profiles from the British government.
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French Ministry for Europe and Foreign AffairsPublishes news releases, speeches, and policy documents related to France’s international engagement.
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European External Action Service (EEAS)The diplomatic service of the European Union, with reports, press releases, and statements on EU foreign policy.