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Frequently Asked Questions - Content

Why can't the acronym appear first, before the title, instead of at the end of the title?
The answer is that if the acronym appears first, then the title itself will be "lost" as far as any alphabetical indexes go. If we leave the acronym at the end, then the organization will be listed under both the title and its acronym. In both cases, the organization will also be included in the subject volume under its main subject interests and the keywords in its title.
Which country and territory names are used in the Yearbook?
The geographical names used in the Yearbook of International Organizations are chosen for the sake of brevity and common usage. Wherever possible, the country (or territory) name preferred by the organization concerned is used, providing this is possible within the limits of standardization required for mailing or statistical purposes.
What information do Yearbook profiles contain?
The full range of fields in profiles of organizations in the Yearbook of International Organizations are:
How are international organizations and NGOs evaluated in the Yearbook?

The final evaluation of the information presented in the Yearbook of International Organizations must be left to users.