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Turks and Caicos Islands (British Overseas Territory) Flag of Turks & Caicos Islands

Last reviewed: 6 August 2008

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS TODAY

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Full Name: Turks and Caicos Islands
Status: British Overseas Territory
Area: 430 sq km (193 sq miles)
Population: 32,000 (2006 census estimate)
Capital City: Grand Turk
Languages: English, some Creole spoken
Religion(s): Many Christian churches are represented
Currency: US Dollar
Major political parties: Progressive National Party (PNP) and People's Democratic Movement (PDM)
Governor: His Excellency Gordon Wetherell
Premier: The Honourable Dr Michael Eugene Misick LLB, MLC

 

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