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| Government Type |
republic within the Commonwealth |
| Legal System |
based on English common law with certain admixtures of Roman-Dutch law; has not accepted compulsory ICJ jurisdiction |
| Currency |
Guyanese dollar (GYD) |
| Economic Overview |
The Guyanese economy has exhibited moderate economic growth in 2001-02, based on expansion in the agricultural and mining sectors, a more favorable atmosphere for business initiatives, a more realistic exchange rate, fairly low inflation, and the continued support of international organizations. Chronic problems include a shortage of skilled labor and a deficient infrastructure. The government is juggling a sizable external debt against the urgent need for expanded public investment. The bauxite mining sector should benefit in the near term by restructuring and partial privatization. |
| Natural Resources |
bauxite, gold, diamonds, hardwood timber, shrimp, fish |
| Primary Industries |
bauxite, sugar, rice milling, timber, textiles, gold mining |
| Agricultural Products |
sugar, rice, wheat, vegetable oils; beef, pork, poultry, dairy products; fish (shrimp) |
| Import Commodities |
manufactures, machinery, petroleum, food |
| Export Commodities |
sugar, gold, bauxite/alumina, rice, shrimp, molasses, rum, timber |
| Export Partners |
US 22.5%, Canada 20.8%, UK 13.7%, Netherlands Antilles 11.4% (2000) |
| AIRPORTS of Guyana |
| Georgetown - Cheddi Jagan Intīl Airport |
International, Position 06°29ī18"S, 058°15ī57"W, 2 Aircraft Stands |
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