Central African Republic

Capital:	Bangui
Population:	3.5 million
Major languages:	French, Sangho (lingua franca)
Major religion:	Christianity, Islam, indigenous beliefs
Form of government:	Multiparty republic
Monetary unit:	1 CFA (Communaute Financiere Africaine) franc = 100 centimes
Main exports:	Diamonds, timber, cotton, coffee, tobacco
Internet domain:	.cf
Time zone:	gmt+1
International dialling code:	+236
Trademarks:	Yes, see OAPI
Registered Designs:	Yes, see OAPI – also contracting party to the Hague Agreement
Utility Models:	Yes, see OAPI
Copyright:	Berne Convention
Plant Breeders' Rights:	Yes, see OAPI
For more information on trademarks in Central African Republic please visit the main Spoor & Fisher website