Barbados

Located in the Atlantic Ocean as the easternmost island of the Lesser Antilles, this 439-square-kilometer nation sits on the boundary of the South American and Caribbean tectonic plates with Bridgetown as its capital. The country operates as a unitary parliamentary republic with a high Human Development Index, reflecting its status as a leading Caribbean tourist destination. Its economy is characterized by a high GDP per capita of approximately $21,442, driven by services and tourism rather than traditional agriculture. With a population density of 660 people per square kilometer, Barbados maintains a small but economically significant presence in the region.