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Jamaica
Jamaica · JAM · North America
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Risk Score
Guarded→ Stable
Risk Factors
No recent events in pipeline
Overview
Jamaica is a Caribbean island nation known for its vibrant culture, music, and tourism-dependent economy. The country is a significant producer of bauxite and alumina, and it is vulnerable to natural disasters and external economic shocks. Jamaica is focused on diversifying its economy and strengthening its resilience.
Leadership
King Charles III
Governor-General
Government: Parliamentary democracy (constitutional monarchy)
Economy
GDP
$20.0B
GDP per Capita
$6.5K
GDP Growth
+2.8%
Inflation
5.0%
Unemployment
7.5%
TourismBauxite/Alumina miningAgricultureRemittances
Trade
Key Exports
AluminaBauxiteSugarRumCoffee
Key Imports
Food and other consumer goodsMachinery and transport equipmentFuelsChemicals
Top Partners
United StatesCanadaNetherlandsUnited KingdomChina
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