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Alternative meaning: Anguilla is a genus of freshwater eel (sole genus in the family Anguillidae).
Anguilla
| National motto:
Each Endeavouring, All Achieving |
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| Official language |
English |
| Political status |
Non-sovereign, Overseas territory of the U.K |
| Capital |
Anguilla The Valley |
| Governor |
Alan Huckle |
| Chief Minister |
Osbourne Fleming |
| Area
- Total
- % water |
Ranked n/a
91 km²
Negligible |
| Population
- Total (2002)
- Density
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12,800
140/km²
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| Currency |
East Caribbean dollar |
| Time zone |
UTC -4 |
| National Song |
God Bless Anguilla [1] |
| Internet TLD |
.ai |
| Calling Code |
1-264 |
Ashanti And Nelly In Anguilla
Anguilla, or Snake Island, is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Lesser Antilles, and is an internally self-governing British overseas territory. The United Nations Committee on Decolonization includes Anguilla on the United Nations list of Non-Self-Governing Territories[2]. Military defence is the responsibility of the United Kingdom.
First colonized by English settlers in 1650, Anguilla was incorporated into a single British dependency along with the neighbouring islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis in the early 19th century, much to the objections of many Anguillans. In 1980, however, Anguilla formally withdrew from the territory, becoming a separate British dependency, which it remains.
Politics
Anguilla is a British overseas territory. The British government is represented in the territory by a Governor, formally appointed by Queen Elizabeth II. The locally elected Chief Minister of the island serves as head of government.
Geography
Map of Anguilla
The island's main industries are fishing and tourism, with offshore banking playing an increasing role in the economy.
Demographics
The majority of Anguillans are Protestant and are of African descent.
Culture
Miscellaneous topics
- Communications in Anguilla
- Transportation in Anguilla
- Military of Anguilla
- Holidays in Anguilla
Reference
- ⇧ "Non-Self-Governing Territories listed by General Assembly in 2002". United Nations Special Committee of 24 on Decolonization. URL accessed on March 10, 2005.
Anguilla Villas
Overlooking Sandy Ground, Anguilla
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