The Exotic Three: Europe
Explore the Wonders of Italy, France, and Sweden
Italy
GOVERNMENT
Italy has a constitutional republic.
The leader ofr this republic is Giorgio Napolitano - the Chief Executive of Italy.
This country has a limited government.
Italy is a Union member.
The public wants the Government to resign.
HISTORY
1936 - Expulsion from the League of Nations and the birth of an Axis.
1919- the Ferrari Era begins.
Enzo Ferrari made the first Italian car.
THE PEOPLE AND THEIR NEEDS
61.5 million people live in Italy.
There is 27.9% arable land.
Agriculture - Sugar beets, wheat, corn, tomatoes, and oranges.
The Italians eat a lot of seafood and cultivate fruits and grains.
ECONOMICS
GDP: $1.85 Trillion
GDP per capita: $30,600
Currency: Euro
Exchange rate to US dollars: 1 euro = 1.3 US dollars.
Italy participates in the institutionalization of economic freedom.
FAMOUS BRANDS
Ferrari - Car
Lamborghini - Car
Ferrari 458 Italia
Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster
BACKGROUND OF A TYPICAL CITIZEN
Language: Italian
Religion: Catholic
Foods: Pizza, pasta, coffee, and bread.
Music: Opera and classical music.
GEOGRAPHY
Famous Landmark: Leaning Tower of Pisa
Location: Southern Europe
Climate: Varied
Topography: Boot-shaped Italian Peninsula.
France
GOVERNMENT
France is a presidential Republic ran by Francois Hollande - President.
France is an unlimited government.
They are a member of the European Union.
Millionaire taxes are a concern to France.
HISTORY
The French Revolution is a historical event.
The Palace of Versailles is a historical monument of France.
Napoleon changed the history in France military-wise.
THE PEOPLE AND THEIR NEEDS
Polulation: 65.8 million
33.5% arable land
Agriculture: grain, fruit, vegetables, and meat.
Have powerplants that make their own energy.
ECONOMICS
GDP: $2.6 trillion
GDP per capita: $39,771
Currency: Euro / Franc
Exchange Rate to US dollars: 1.36 US dollars.
Taxation in France - Activity.
FAMOUS BRANDS
Bugatti
Peugeot
Bugatti Veyron
Peugeot Onyx
BACKGROUND OF A TYPICAL CITIZEN
Language: French
Religion: Catholic
Food: Cuisine, beer, wine, cheese, and bacon.
Music: Classical Music
GEOGRAPHY
Famous landmark: The Eiffel Tower
Location: Western Europe
Climate: Varied
Topography: Le Mont Blanc (Highest Mountain in Europe).
Sweden
GOVERNMENT
Sweden is a constitutional monarchy with a Prime Minister by the name of Fredrik Reinfeldt.
Sweden is an unlimited government.
They are a member of the European Union.
Sweden has greater government involvement than the United States.
HISTORY
Territorial changes to predecessor sates.
Noomi Rapace was an actress and a role model.
Galma Stan is a historical monument.
THE PEOPLE AND THEIR NEEDS
Polulation: 9.5 million
6.42% arable land
Agriculture: Fishing, forestry, grain, vegetables, and fruits.
Ensuring that the next generation has everything to succeed.
ECONOMICS
GDP: $525.7 Billion USD
GDP per capita: $55,244 USD
Currency: Krona
Exchange Rate to US dollars: 0.15 US dollars.
Entrepreneurial Activities.
FAMOUS BRANDS
Koenigsegg
Koenigsegg CCX
BACKGROUND OF A TYPICAL CITIZEN
Language: Swedish
Religion: Christian
Food: Wine, bread, and pancakes.
Music: Nordic Folk Dance Music.
GEOGRAPHY
Famous landmark: Borgholm Castle
Location: Northern Europe
Climate: Marine Weather / Humid
Topography: Plains and low lands that consist of lakes.