Guam profile
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1970-01-01 08:00
Provides an overview of the US Pacific Ocean territory of Guam, home to key military bases.

The US territory of Guam is a keystone of American military strategy in the Pacific. Tourism and an expanding military presence form the bedrock of its economy.

The island is an important staging post, allowing rapid access to potential flashpoints in the Koreas and in the Taiwan Strait.

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