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Guam profile

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(Last updated: 8 May 2012)

Current business situation

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) provides advice for business travellers and tourists going to Guam. This is regularly updated, and should be checked before planning travel.

Country facts

Capital city: Hagatna
Surface area: 541.3 sq km
Population: 185,674
Official language(s): English, Chamorro
Head of State: President Barack H Obama
Head of Government: Lieutenant Governor Ray Tenorio

(Source: CIA - The World Fact Book)

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Economic climate

For the latest key economic indicators and statistics, please see the CIA World Fact Book.

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Political climate

Guam is a self-governing territory of the US and its inhabitants are citizens of the US, although they are not permitted to vote in US presidential elections. Guam sends a non-voting delegate to the US House of Representatives, elected every two years.

(Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade- country brief)

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Bribery of foreign public officials

Bribery of foreign public officials is a crime. Australian individuals and companies can be prosecuted in Australia for bribing foreign officials when overseas.

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OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises

Multinational Enterprises should be aware of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises that provide voluntary principles and standards for responsible business behaviour in a variety of areas, consistent with applicable domestic laws. These Guidelines are endorsed and promoted by the Australian Government. For more information, go to the AusNCP website.

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