| Organisation / Group | Aim | status |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean Community and Common Market | to promote economic integration and development, especially among the less developed countries | observer |
| International Criminal Police Organization | to promote international cooperation among police authorities in fighting crime | subbureau |
| World Tourism Organization | to promote tourism as a means of contributing to economic development, international understanding, and peace | associate |
| International Olympic Committee | to promote the Olympic ideals and administer the Olympic games: 2012 Summer Olympics in London, UK;2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia | |
| International Trade Union Confederation | to promote the trade union movement | |
| Universal Postal Union | to promote international postal cooperation;a UN specialized agency | |
| World Federation of Trade Unions | to promote the trade union movement |
Description
Populated for centuries by aboriginal peoples, the island was claimed by the Spanish Crown in 1493 following COLUMBUS' second voyage to the Americas. In 1898, after 400 years of colonial rule that saw the indigenous population nearly exterminated and African slave labor introduced, Puerto Rico was ceded to the US as a result of the Spanish-American War. Puerto Ricans were granted US citizenship in 1917. Popularly-elected governors have served since 1948. In 1952, a constitution was enacted providing for internal self government. In plebiscites held in 1967, 1993, and 1998, voters chose not to alter the existing political status.
Government type
commonwealth
Religions
Roman Catholic 85%, Protestant and other 15%
Natural Resources
some copper and nickel;potential for onshore and offshore oil
Export commodities
chemicals, electronics, apparel, canned tuna, rum, beverage concentrates, medical equipment
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