This place hasn´t been covered so far....so here we go

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Background:

Comoros has endured 19 coups or attempted coups since gaining independence from France in 1975. In 1997, the islands of Anjouan and Moheli declared independence from Comoros. In 1999, military chief Col. AZALI seized power in a bloodless coup, and helped negotiate the 2000 Fomboni Accords power-sharing agreement in which the federal presidency rotates among the three islands, and each island maintains its own local government. AZALI won the 2002 Presidential election, and each island in the archipelago elected its own president. AZALI stepped down in 2006 and President SAMBI took office. Since 2006, Anjouan's President Mohamed BACAR has refused to work effectively with the Union presidency. This year BACAR effected Anjouan's de-facto secession from the Union, refusing to step down in favor of fresh Anjouanais elections when Comoros' other islands held legitimate elections in July. The African Union (AU) has stepped in to assist in resolving the political crisis, including applying sanctions and a naval blockade on Anjouan, but the situation remains at an impasse.


Capital
Moroni

Official languages Comorian, Arabic, French

Independence from France
Date July 6, 1975

Area
Total 2,235 km² (178th)

Population
2005 estimate 798,000 (159th)
Density 275/km² (25th)
712.2/sq mi


Economy - overview:

One of the world's poorest countries, Comoros is made up of three islands that have inadequate transportation links, a young and rapidly increasing population, and few natural resources. The low educational level of the labor force contributes to a subsistence level of economic activity, high unemployment, and a heavy dependence on foreign grants and technical assistance. Agriculture, including fishing, hunting, and forestry, contributes 40% to GDP, employs 80% of the labor force, and provides most of the exports. The country is not self-sufficient in food production; rice, the main staple, accounts for the bulk of imports. The government - which is hampered by internal political disputes - is struggling to upgrade education and technical training, privatize commercial and industrial enterprises, improve health services, diversify exports, promote tourism, and reduce the high population growth rate. The political problems caused the economy to contract in 2007. Remittances from 150,000 Comorans abroad help supplement GDP.

GDP (purchasing power parity):
$1.262 billion (2007 est.)

GDP (official exchange rate):
$402 million (2005 est.)

GDP - real growth rate:
-1% (2007 est.)

GDP - per capita (PPP):
$600 (2005 est.)

GDP - composition by sector:
agriculture: 40%
industry: 4%
services: 56% (2001 est.)

Exports - partners:
Netherlands 35.8%, France 18.3%, Italy 12.8%, Singapore 7.8%, Turkey 5%, US 4.6% (2006)

Imports - partners:
France 24.8%, UAE 9.9%, South Africa 6.4%, Pakistan 6.3%, Kenya 5%, China 4.8%, India 4.4%, Italy 4.2% (2006)

Disputes - international:
claims French-administered Mayotte

Currency (code):
Comoran franc (KMF)

Moroni- Capital



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No one's thanked you guys yet? Thanks for the pics Matthias and Storm.

This is a beautiful country, but it could sure use some urban redevelopment.

Nice pictures, but I jave one question, why are they so poor comapred to the Seychelles, what makes them so different?

Peculiar! Nice beaches..

Impressive and gorgeous Comoros , thanks Matt and SS !

Why in the hell is this country so poor compared to the Seychelles and Mauritius?

They are basically geaographically the same and tiny populations but comoros is poorer, why?

No doubt. This is probably due in greater part to mismanagement. After viewing and comparing the photos of the Seychelles, Mauritius and the Comorros, I would say I like the photo taken in the Comorros. It gives me a totally different perspective.

The islands itself are gorgeous...pity for it's pathetic state. Thanks for posting though

beatiful pictures but i would like to see more

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Oh my god, how can people bathe in that water?

Who knows whats in there.

Ah, the "Islands of the Moon". I look forward to visit them in the near future.

Some time ago I made a video about Comorian musician Mohammed Hassan, with lots of pics of the islands.


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comoros جزرالقمر
the most beutiful arab country
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to all arabs in ssc please help this poor arab country i wish to see moroni such as cairo,dubai,casablanca,doha and beirut

I absolutely agree with you midotoria,this place is more beautifull then the seychelles yet it languishes in poverty.
I think arab tourism would do wonders for this countries economy.

I absolutely agree with you midotoria,this place is more beautifull then the seychelles yet it languishes in poverty.
I think arab tourism would do wonders for this countries economy.

What is Arab tourism?

What is Arab tourism?
Is it so difficult to understand??
Comoros would benefit tremendously if Arabs, esp. from the Gulf states, would seek to travel to it.. instead of benefitting those who despise them, like yourself.. I don't know what your problem is.. you opened a thread about Juba as if t were a capital of a country called South Sudan.. stop fueling flames of hatred.. it would be nice to focus on your country's own problems and why they keep slaughtering each other.

I absolutely agree with you midotoria,this place is more beautifull then the seychelles yet it languishes in poverty.
I think arab tourism would do wonders for this countries economy.

I have been to the Seychelles and it is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever visited. At least by looking at those pictures I can hardly see how the Comoros are "more" beautiful than the Seychelles.

The Seychellois islands are generally renowned for their unique bio diversity. La Digue has some of the most iconic beaches in the world, Praslin allows for amazing jungle hikes, Aldabra is home to the giant tortoise and Victoria, the capital located on the main island Mahé, is very quaint and rather well-maintained. The people are very friendly and tolerant, all major religions maintain houses of worship in that tiny country, and the government is widely credited for offering highly sustainable tourism.

The Seychelles' reputation and success in tourism are absolutely well deserved.

Anyway, I agree that the Comoros should and could do much more to increase its appeal.

Is it so difficult to understand??
Comoros would benefit tremendously if Arabs, esp. from the Gulf states, would seek to travel to it.. instead of benefitting those who despise them, like yourself..

So that is arab tourism!!! Stop talking from your a**!I only wanted to understand the term better!!I think tourists from every where including Arabs will benefit the country.....ps,I didnt not start the Juba thread,I only posted a few pics and its its that thug Bashir fanning the flames not me!

those who despise them, like yourself..

huh???

So that is arab tourism!!! Stop talking from your a**!I only wanted to understand the term better!!I think tourists from every where including Arabs will benefit the country.....ps,I didnt not start the Juba thread,I only posted a few pics and its its that thug Bashir fanning the flames not me!



huh???
lol @ thug Bashir.. good luck to the murderer Museveni, the 6th richest thief in Africa :lol: It's nice to have the US at your back.. just keep kissing their @$$ :lol:
BTW: I'm no fan of the current gov. but not as naive as to believe all the bs propaganda waged against my country.

lol @ thug Bashir.. good luck to the murderer Museveni, the 6th richest thief in Africa :lol: It's nice to have the US at your back.. just keep kissing their @$$ :lol:
BTW: I'm no fan of the current gov. but not as naive as to believe all the bs propaganda waged against my country.

What does this have to do with Arab tourism or the Comores,I wouldnt give a rats about Bashir,stick to the topic!!If you cant explain what arab tourism is dont insult me.....

What does this have to do with Arab tourism or the Comores,I wouldnt give a rats about Bashir,stick to the topic!!If you cant explain what arab tourism is dont insult me.....
YOU brought it up with your naive comment.. and have already explained to you the obvious term "arab tourism".. not my fault you can't, or won't rather, grasp it..
given you enough of my precious time.. I don't want to spoil the thread..

What is Arab tourism?

it is tourism originating from Arab countries:weird:

What does this have to do with Arab tourism or the Comores,I wouldnt give a rats about Bashir,stick to the topic!!If you cant explain what arab tourism is dont insult me.....

ok lets just stick to the topic

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comoros جزرالقمر
the most beutiful arab country
Except it's NOT an Arab country. The language spoken in the Comoros is Comorian, an African language with strong ties to Swahili. The administrative language is French. Arabic is only the language used in the Koranic schools, like in the rest of the Muslim world, and the Comorians do not feel they are Arab.

Except it's NOT an Arab country. The language spoken in the Comoros is Comorian, an African language with strong ties to Swahili. The administrative language is French. Arabic is only the language used in the Koranic schools, like in the rest of the Muslim world, and the Comorians do not feel they are Arab.

And they also don't look middle eastern, but black african.

there r more than 5000 comorian students learning in egypt and all speaking arab

^^There are more than 20,000 Chinese students learning in France and all speaking French. I don't think that makes China a francophone country.

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Sooo? Arabic language/culture is ONE OF the components of Comorian culture. There are two other official languages.

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The country has beautiful landscapes, but appears to be very poor

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I learn something of Geography !!!

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I really can't understand why a country with such beautiful beaches is not benefiting from tourism as much as Mauritius and Seychelles... There's no reason to Comoros to be so poor...

Gorgeous islands, sooo beautiful! Thanks for posting

I really can't understand why a country with such beautiful beaches is not benefiting from tourism as much as Mauritius and Seychelles... There's no reason to Comoros to be so poor...

I agree. Plus their Islamic/African architecture and authentic culture, they have what it takes to be a top tourist destination.

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Hey Silence Us, over here!

What a pity such god-blessed islands are in such a state of disrepair and poverty.
Compare with the Seychelles - why does it have the highest HDI in Africa, whiles the Comoros is so dirt-poor?

What a pity such god-blessed islands are in such a state of disrepair and poverty.
Compare with the Seychelles - why does it have the highest HDI in Africa, whiles the Comoros is so dirt-poor?

Well since 1975, when the Comoros declared independence from France, the island's have been more or less in a continuous state if instability. I think it's been only the last two elections that have actually been peaceful in any respect. The Comoros islands have gone through leaders like there is no tomorrow!

Also there aren't very many resources on the islands and few tourist facilities, also the instability has scared away investors so that's probably why. The Seychelles on the other hand have been relativly peaceful and have been developing sing they gained independence in 1976, whereas the Comoros have been stagnant more or less.

Lastly it seems that all of the islands in that area are dirt poor, even nthe French colony of Mayotte. It's technically part of France, and yet it is dirt poor, so maybe it's to do with location as well?

Africans can start making this island into a paradise the mainland has millionaire and billionaires sitting on cash they should dump into Comoros and finally bring it to life... Tax Free Zone anyone

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This country has many challenges to overcome. Economic and social situation remains poor. Tourism should be a priority to increase the revenue of the state. They must take the example of the Seychelles.

I didn't realise how beautiful the Comoros are, love the swahili buildings. Think i may add Comoros on my wish list. Out of curiosity is Mayotte similar or too European.