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== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
Historically, most of the island's economy has been centered around fishing, with some economic benefit also derived from the presence of military garrisons. In recent years, the island has become well known as a tourist destination reachable by boat. The advent of major cruise lines in the 20th century greatly enhanced the island's economy, as it has become a regular stop for cruises of the Taínean Sea. | Historically, most of the island's economy has been centered around fishing, with some economic benefit also derived from the presence of military garrisons. In recent years, the island has become well known as a tourist destination reachable by boat. The advent of major cruise lines in the 20th century greatly enhanced the island's economy, as it has become a regular stop for cruises of the Taínean Sea. The construction of the [[Royal Navy (Urcea)|Royal Navy]] base at Piona fundamentally changed the economy of the island, with the base or the base adjacent service representing a large plurality of economic activity on the island. | ||
== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||