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        AMERICAN SAMOA
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American Samoa consists of 6
small islands of the Samoan
group: Tutuila, Aunu'u, Manu'a
Group (Ta'u, Olosega and Ofu),
and Rose. Also included is
Swain's Island 336km to the
northeast. While Pago Pago,
the recipient of about 5,000mm
of rain a year, is the
capital, the seat of
government is to the east at
Fagatogo. Most of the land is
bush or jungle, and
agriculture is limited. The
main export is canned tuna but
the islands are heavily
dependent on US aid.

Area (Sq. Km.): 200

Population: 39,000

Capital: Pago Pago

Language:
English

Religion:
Christian

Government Type:
US unincorporated territory

Currency: US dollar

Embassy:
Represented by USA

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129