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The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (BCIE) supports economic integration and sustainable development in Central America, with both regional and non-regional members. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Central American Common Market (CACM) fosters economic integration among Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, promoting trade and regional development. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Community of Democracies (CD), established in 2000, promotes and upholds democratic principles through cooperation among its member states. It focuses on free elections, the rule of law, and civil society empowerment. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The EITI, launched in 2002, drives transparency in extractive industries across 50+ nations, uniting stakeholders to ensure resources benefit all. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 11 (G-11), formed in 2006 by developing nations, aims to bridge the income gap with richer countries through cooperation and global economic reform. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
The Group of 77 (G-77), formed in 1964, unites developing countries to promote economic cooperation, equitable trade, and collective negotiation in global forums. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Location: Central America Official name: Republic of Honduras Formation (date of independence / date current borders were established): 1838 / 1838 Capital city: Tegucigalpa Population: 7.6 million / 176 people per sq mile (68 people per sq km) Total land area: 43,278 square miles (112,090 square km) Language(s) spoken: Spanish (official language), Garífuna (Carib), English …
Population estimates from the US Bureau of the Census are based on statistics from population censuses, vital statistics registration systems, or sample surveys about the recent past and assumptions about future trends.
The Central American Integration System (SICA) was established on 13 December 1991 (operational from 1 February 1993) to strengthen democracy and set up a new regional security model to promote freedom.