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Gambia

Gambia · GMB · Africa

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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