As the Caribbean has shifted out of dependence on agriculture, what other economic sectors have emerged in the region?
What will be an ideal response?
Although agriculture remains significant for some countries and territories in the region, others have turned to an assortment of specialized economic activities. Some islands, such as Puerto Rico, have promoted industry through the establishment of free-trade zones and assembly plants; others, such as the Bahamas and the Cayman Islands, have focused on off-shore banking; and still others, such as St. Kitts and Antigua, have promoted online gambling. Tourism remains a significant industry for many countries—notably Cuba, Jamaica, the Bahamas, and the Dominican Republic.
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