People

• Barbados has a resident population of 257,000.
• A labor force of 126,000 - skilled, well educated and motivated, with productivity levels equal to or higher than those in North America or Europe.
• The island's British based educational system has produced a 99% literacy rate - one of the highest in the world.
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Government

• Judicial, political and administrative institutions are closely modeled on the British system.
• All political parties are "middle of the road", supportive of the free enterprise system, and committed to the rule of law.
• Barbados has had representative government since 1939 and became an independent country in 1966.
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Business Environment

• Investment laws are clear and modern.
• There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of business enterprises.
• There is prompt governmental response.
• Government actively encourages foreign investment in the industrial sector.
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Infrastructure

• Barbados can boast of its excellent infrastructure with electric power, roads, telephone, facsimile, airport and seaport equivalent to those in industrialized countries.

Health Care

• The island has a high standard of health care which is easily accessible to all.
• Barbados has long been reputed for it's warm climate and the health benefits associated with relaxation and convalescence.
• Barbados is fast becoming a destination of choice for those looking for a haven where they can rejuvenate while treating their mind, body and soul.
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Support Services

• Barbados provides the investor with an extensive range of Banking and other financial services.
• There is a pool of world class legal and accounting professionals - most of the international accounting firms are represented on the island.
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