Columbia Jacob Richards Columbia gained its independence from
Columbia Jacob Richards
�Columbia gained it’s independence from the Pro. Spanish resistance on July 20, 1810. �The countries official name is the Republic of Columbia. �Is known for it’s Columbian drug cartels. �Was paid 25, 000 for the completion of the Panama Canal. �The capital city is Bogotá. History
�Most middle class families eat elaborate meals. �They have a Social Caste system. �Columbia is a very strict country. Culture
� 95% of people are Roman Catholics. �Most believe in life after death (reincarnation). �They greet people just like in America. �Personal space is required during social interactions. �The same ethics code as America. Religion and Ethics
�The official language is Spanish. �Only in major cities is English used. �“Columbian Academy of Language” (1871) �Over 200 languages and dialects are spoken. Languages
�They use Columbian Pesos (COP) � 1. 00 COP = 0. 000547948 USD �For every one COP = 0. 0005 USD Currency
�They have a Free market economy. �Economic-Political System: Market. �GDP: $435. 4 Billion �Largest Industries: Texture, Garment, Furniture and Box manufacturing, Oil Production, Coal Mining and Forestry. Economy and Leading Industries
�Common Imports: Machinery, Oil, Plastic, Organic chemicals. �Common Exports: Petroleum, Coffee, Coal, Nickel, Emeralds. �Common Export Partners: United States, Algeria, Egypt. �Common Import Partners: United States. Imports and Exports
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