Central America and the Caribbean
Central America and the Caribbean has 2.75% of the world’s population, ranking 7th out of all 7 regions. It contributes 2.09% to the world’s GDP. There are 21 countries in Central America and the Caribbean, with notable ones such as Mexico, Guatemala, and Haiti.
Out of the seven regions, Central America and the Caribbean has the 2nd rank in Flourite prod. . This suggests a relatively strong aluminium, steel, or ceramics industry compared to other regions.
Central America and the Caribbean ranks 7th in Internet Users , compared to the other six regions. This implies that there are lesser people with access to the internet when compared to other regions.
In terms of Mercury prod. , Central America and the Caribbean ranks 2nd out of the 7 regions. This implies that the region has a robust artisanal/small scale gold mining industry and is a huge exporter of Mercury.
Across the seven geographical regions, Central America and the Caribbean ranks 6th in Enrolment in tertiary edu.(all programmes) . This takes into account the population of the region and implies that lesser people in this region pursue tertiary education compared to other regions.
Out of the seven regions, Central America and the Caribbean has the 2nd rank in Silver prod. . This implies that the region has higher foreign earnings through Silver exports and indicate higher economic growth potential.
Central America and the Caribbean ranks 6th in Teachers in tertiary edu. , compared to the other six regions. This indicates that the investment by the countries in the region in higher education is lesser when compared to other regions.
