Ethiopia in Perspective: Orientation Guide and Cultural Orientation: Geography, History, Economy, Religion, Dynasties, Folklore, Military, Relations with Neighbors, Terrorist Groups, Secessionists

This unique guide produced by the Department of Defense provides comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Ethiopia, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.

Profile * Introduction * Facts and Figures * Geography * Introduction * Area * Geographic Divisions * Topographical Features * Climate * Rivers and Lakes * Population and Cities * Environmental Concerns * Natural Hazards * History * Introduction * Early History * The Solomonic Dynasties * The Modern Dynasties * Modern Ethiopia * Economy * Industry and Manufacturing * Agriculture * Banking and Currency * Trade * Investment * Energy and Mineral Resources * Standard of Living * Tourism * Transportation * Business Outlook * International Organizations * Society * Introduction * Ethnic Groups and Languages * Religion * Social Traditions * Traditions: Celebrations and Holidays * Cuisine * Arts * Traditional Dress * Folklore * Sports and Recreation * Gender Issues * Security * Introduction * Military * U.S.-Ethiopian Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Terrorist Groups and Activity * Secessionist Groups * Issues Affecting Internal Stability * Outlook * Footnotes * Profile