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| Language: |
English 38.3%, Chamorro 22.2%, Philippine languages 22.2%, other Pacific island languages 6.8%, Asian languages 7%, other languages 3.5% |
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| Currency: | US dollar (USD) | ||||||
| Predominant Religions: |
Roman Catholic 85%, other 15%
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| National Holidays: | Discovery Day,first Monday in March (1521) | ||||||
| Economic Status: |
The economy depends largely on US military spending and tourism. Total US grants, wage payments, and procurement outlays amounted to $1.3 billion in 2004. Over the past 30 years, the tourist industry has grown to become the largest income source following national defense. The Guam economy continues to experience expansion in both its tourism and military sectors. |
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| Security: |
Defense is the responsibility of the US |
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| US Presence: |
None (territory of the US) |
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| Major Airports: |
Airports: 5, Airports w/paved runways: 4 |
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| Mortality Statistics: |
Infant MR total: 6.68 deaths/1,000 live births Life expectancy at birth: TOTAL 78.76 years (male 75.69/female 82.01) |
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| Immunization Indicators: |
Required: None |
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