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Business Profile
Economy: The economy is based mainly on agriculture and fishing, with two tuna canneries providing employment for almost half the workforce; their output accounts for most of American Samoa’s export revenue. Agricultural output is mainly for domestic consumption; a small surplus of fruit and vegetables is exported. Industrial estates have been built in an effort to encourage light industrial development, on which are produced consumer goods such as handicrafts, soap and perfume. The tourist industry is growing slowly; government employment accounts for the bulk of the country’s service sector. The government’s economic priorities have been to tackle lack of infrastructure. Shortage of skilled workers have combined to inhibit economic development which have combined, along with its remote location, to inhibit American Samoa’s economic development. American Samoa is a member of the South Pacific Commission.
Business: Lightweight or tropical suits for business visits. Ties need only be worn for formal occasions.
Commercial Information: The following organisation can offer advice: Department of Commerce, American Samoa Government, Pago Pago, 1147, American Samoa, 96799 (tel: 633 5155/6; fax: 633 4195; website: www.asg-gov.com/departments/doc.asg.htm).
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