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Gambia
Gambia · GMB · Africa
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Risk Score
Guarded→ Stable
Risk Factors
No recent events in pipeline
Overview
The Gambia is the smallest country in mainland Africa, known for its narrow strip of land surrounding the Gambia River. It is a relatively stable democracy after a period of authoritarian rule, focusing on strengthening democratic institutions and economic development. Tourism and agriculture are vital to its economy, which remains vulnerable to external shocks.
Leadership
Adama Barrow
President
GOVERNMENT: Presidential republic
Economy
GDP
$2.8B
GDP per Capita
$1.1K
GDP Growth
+5.5%
Inflation
10.0%
Unemployment
9.0%
AgricultureTourismFisheriesTrade
Trade
Key Exports
PeanutsFish and fish productsCashew nutsCotton lint
Key Imports
FoodstuffsManufactured goodsFuelMachinery and transport equipment
Top Partners
ChinaIndiaBrazilCôte d'IvoireUnited Kingdom
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