🇩🇲 Dominica
Commonwealth of Dominica
Basic Information
Capital
Roseau
Region
Americas
/
Caribbean
Population
71,293
Area
750 km²
Currencies
Eastern Caribbean dollar ($)
Languages
English
About country
Dominica is a sovereign island country located in the Caribbean Sea, part of the Windward Islands. Its history is marked by indigenous settlements by the Arawak and Kalinago peoples, followed by European colonization, primarily by France and later Great Britain. The island's mountainous terrain and volcanic activity have shaped its unique landscape and climate. Dominica's economy relies heavily on agriculture, particularly bananas and other crops, as well as tourism. As a parliamentary republic, Dominica maintains a strong connection to the Commonwealth and strives for sustainable development.
Political Information
System of Government
Parliamentary Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes
Codes & Identifiers
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
DMISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
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