Guyana has immense falls, vast tropical rainforest, and grasslands teeming with wildlife. The Guyanese economy has exhibited moderate economic growth, based on expansion in the agricultural and mining sectors, and has become a more favorable atmosphere for business initiatives. Guyana is located in Northern South America, bordering the North Atlantic Ocean, between Suriname and Venezuela.

Area: 215,000 sq km

Population: 698,000

Capital: Georgetown

People: 51% East Indian, 43% Afro-Guyanese, 4% Amerindian, 2% European and Chinese

Language: English, Hindi, and Urdu

Religion: 57% Christian, 33% Hindu, 9% Muslim

Government: Republic within the Commonwealth

GDP: US$2.7 billion

Major Industries: Sugar, bauxite, aluminum, gold, rice, timber and shrimp.

Major Trading Partners: UK, USA, Canada, France and Japan