🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Republic of Trinidad and Tobago

Flag of Trinidad and Tobago

Basic Information

Capital
Port of Spain
Region
Americas / Caribbean
Population
1,513,727
Area
5,131 km²
Currencies
Trinidad and Tobago dollar ($)
Languages
English

About country

Trinidad and Tobago is the southernmost island country in the Caribbean, consisting of the islands of Trinidad and Tobago. Its history is marked by indigenous inhabitation, Spanish colonization beginning in the late 15th century, and eventual cession to Britain in the early 19th century. The nation gained independence in 1962 and became a republic, maintaining a parliamentary system of government. The economy is heavily reliant on oil and natural gas, but tourism and manufacturing are also significant contributors. Geographically, the islands lie close to Venezuela, exhibiting a diverse landscape ranging from rainforests to beaches.

Political Information

System of Government
Parliamentary Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
TT
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
TTO
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