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Last reviewed: 04 June 2009 |
Country information
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Relations with Neighbours
Dominica, due to its proximity, has forged strong relationships with the French Departments of Martinique and Guadeloupe. There are sizeable Dominican populations on both islands. Dominica takes its CARICOM and OECS responsibilities seriously and is an active participant in both organisations.
Relations with the International Community
In January 2008 Dominica joined the Bolivarian Alternative for the Americas (ALBA). ALBA was spearheaded by Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez and in addition to Dominica has Venezuela, Cuba, Bolivia, Nicaragua and Honduras as members.
Dominica's relations with the International Community are varied and often based on personalities, for example its relationship with Libya and Cuba. Dominica enjoys close relationships The People's Republic of China and Japan who are both large aid donors.
Relations with the UK
UK/Dominican relations are good. There have been regular visits from Dominican Prime Ministers to the UK.
Cultural relations with the UK
With a large number of Dominicans returning from the UK for retirement, cultural relations are strong. The Creole influence is however probably the most noticeable.
