Key Facts

GDP (ppp) per CAPITA

$2,300 (2008 est.)

Inflation Rate

5.3% (2008 est.)

Population

18,879,301

Country Risk Ratings

C

Ease of Doing Business

164/181

Global Competitiveness

3.48/134

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gE Network

There are 16 members in the
gE Network for this country.

Cameroon : Introduction

The former French Cameroon and part of British Cameroon merged in 1961 to form the present country. Cameroon has generally enjoyed stability, which has permitted the development of agriculture, roads, and railways, as well as a petroleum industry. Despite a slow movement toward democratic reform, political power remains firmly in the hands of President Paul BIYA.

Cameroon: Official Government Portal

This website provides useful information about the politics, diplomacy and agenda of the president.  A section containing files for investing in Cameroon and international trade are especially helpful.

Cameroon: Presidency of the Republic

This is the official site of the presidency of the Republic of Cameroon.  This site provides videos of the president that range from formal speeches to informal appearances.  In other sections, the presidential goals for the country are outlined.

Sources:
CIA World Factbook (September 2009)
U.S. Dept. of State Country Background Notes (September 2009)