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Territorial disputes between the UK and Guatemala delayed the independence of Belize (formerly British Honduras) until 1981. Guatemala refused to recognize the new nation until 1992. Tourism has become the mainstay of the economy. The country remains plagued by high unemployment, growing involvement in the South American drug trade, and increased urban crime.


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Country
Surface Area: 22,966 square km
Population: 272,945 (July 2004 est.)
Located in: Central America
Capital City: Belmopan
Head of State: Queen ELIZABETH II, represented by Governor General Sir Colville YOUNG, Sr.
Prime Minister: Said Wilbert MUSA
Independent since: 21 September 1981 (from UK)
Currency: Belizean dollar (BZD)
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