Republic of Congo

Capital:	Brazzaville
Population:	2.8 million
Major languages:	French, indigenous African languages
Major religion:	Christianity, indigenous African beliefs
Form of government:	Military-backed dictatorship
Monetary unit:	(Communaute Financiere Africaine) franc = 100 centimes
Main exports:	Petroleum, timber, plywood, sugar, cocoa, coffee, diamonds
Internet domain:	.cg
Time zone:	gmt+1
International dialling code:	+242
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 The Republic of Congo please visit the main Spoor & Fisher website