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___ VanuatuDestination Vanuatu, this page is about many aspects of the archipelago, formerly known as the New Hebrides. Here you will find comprehensive information about Vanuatu in its diversity: geography, economy, science, people, culture, environment, government and history.You will have access to newspapers from Vanuatu and you will find travel and tourism information for Vanuatu. |
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Republic of Vanuatu |
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 Flag of Vanuatu Background: The Republic of Vanuatu is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia and west of Fiji, that comprises about 80 islands. Of these, there are thirteen major islands, and nine home active volcanoes. British and French settled the islands in the 19th century, they agreed in 1906 to administer the islands jointly, called the British-French Condominium, which last until independence in 1980. Vanuatu is recognised as one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. Besides the Ni-Vanuatu people there are small communities of French, British, Australian, new Zealand, Vietnamese, Chinese and other Pacific Island people. related countries: France, United Kingdom other Melanesian nations and territories: Fiji, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands |
Official Name: Republic of Vanuatu short form: Vanuatu former: New Hebrides ISO Country Code: vu Time: Local Time = UTC +11h Actual Time: Fri-May-24 00:44 Country Calling Code: +678 Capital City: Port Vila (on the island of Efate; pop. 30 000) Other Cities: Luganville (on the island of Espiritu Santo, also known as Santo). Government: Type: Parliamentary democracy. Independence: 30 July 1980 (from France and UK) . Constitution: 30 July 1980. Geography: Location: Oceania, group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, east of Australia and west of Fiji. Area: 14,760 km² (5,697 sq miles). Terrain: Mostly mountains of volcanic origin, narrow coastal plains. Climate: Maritime tropical; moderate rainfall from November to April. People: Nationality: Noun and adjective: ni-Vanuatu. Population: 257,000 (2012, National Statistics). Ethnic groups: 94% ni-Vanuatu; 4% European; 2% other Pacific Islanders, Asian. Religion: Predominantly Christian. Languages: 3 official languages: English, French and Bislama (pidgin English), plus over 120 distinct languages. Literacy: 53% Natural resources: Manganese, hardwood forests, fish. Agriculture products: Copra, coconuts, cocoa, coffee, taro, yams, coconuts, fruits, vegetables; fish, beef. Exports partners: Thailand 46.3%, Malaysia 18.1%, Japan 7.4%, Belgium 5.3%, Indonesia 5.3% (2004) Imports partners: Taiwan 34.6%, Australia 15.5%, Japan 10.7%, Singapore 8%, New Zealand 6%, Fiji 4.6% (2004) Currency: Vatu (VUV) Sources: Vanuatu Statistics Office and others. |
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| Note: External links will open in a new browser window. Official Sites of VanuatuGovernment of VanuatuOfficial site of the Government of the Republic of Vanuatu. Intergovernmental organisations Pacific Islands Forum Inter-governmental organization for the cooperation between the countries of the Pacific Ocean. Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) Intergovernmental organisation of the Pacific islands. Statistics Vanuatu Statistics Office Vanuatu's official statistical agency. Weather Vanuatu Meteorological Service Vanuatu weather from Port Vila Forecasting Centre. Maps Administrative Map of Vanuatu Shaded relief map of Vanuatu with provinial borders.  Google
Earth VanuatuSearchable map and satellite view of Vanuatu. Google Earth Port VilaSearchable map and satellite view of Vanuatu.  Map
of MelanesiaMap of the Island States of Melanesia. Map
of Oceania and the Pacific Islands Reference Map of Oceania and the Pacific Islands. |
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NewsPort Vila Presse OnlineVanuatu News in English, French and Bislama. |
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Arts & CultureCultural VanuatuVanuatu is rich in cultural festivals not seen anywhere else in the world, ranging from the death defying Pentecost Land Dive (nagol), to the colorful and powerful Tanna Toka Dance which goes on for days, the mystical Rom dance of Ambrym island of magic and fire, and Water Music custom festival performed by the women of Gaua Island. ... read more Further Arts Vanuatu Music, Dance and Culture portal of Vanuatu. Vanuatu arts & entertainment Vanuatu will hold its third National Arts Festival at Port Vila in November this year. |
 Dausake custom dance group © Further Arts Vanuatu |
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Business & EconomyVanuatu Foreign Investment BoardFor an excellent background on investing in Vanuatu. Vanuatu Customs and Inland Revenue Website Vanuatus custom. Transportation Air Vanuatu Vanuatu's carrier, a wholly owned company of the government of the Republic of Vanuatu. Vanair Vanuatu's domestic carrier, in 2004 Vanair merged with Vanuatu's government-owned flag carrier, Air Vanuatu. |
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Destination Vanuatu - Travel and Tour GuidesDiscover Vanutu islands: Banks and Torres, Espiritu Santo, Maewo, Pentecost, Malekula, Ambrym, Epi, Efate, Erromango, Tanna, Aneityum.Accommodation, hotels, attractions, festivals, events, tourist boards, biking, hiking, cruising, diving, volcanoe tours and much more. Vanuatu Tourism Office Information on Vanuatu accommodation, tours and travel throughout the islands of Vanuatu. Vanuatu A-Z Visitors Guide From Accommodation to Zoos, the (not so) small guide to a tropical paradise. Vanuatu Online The Vanuatu Online, a directory and Vanuatu portal. Port Vila Today Blog about Port Vila and Vanuatu. Bokissa Coral eco island Bokissa south of Aspiritu Santo. Vanuatu Volcano Travel Vanuatu Volcano Travel with volcanologist John Seach. Finding Vanuatu David Stanley's comprehensiveVanuatu information page. Jane's Vanuatu Home Page Jane Resture's Vanuatu page. South Pacific South Pacific Tourism Organisation Inter-governmental body for the tourism sector in the South Pacific Islands, find information on: accommodation, activities, online bookings and news. |
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EducationUniversity of the South PacificPremier institution of tertiary education in the Pacific region, jointly owned by the governments of twelve island countries, USP is an international centre of excellence for teaching, research and consulting on all aspects of Pacific life. University of the South Pacific Libraries The Main Library of the University of the South Pacific based at Laucala Campus, Suva, Fiji. |
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EnvironmentPort Vila Presse Online Vanuatu :: EnvironmentPort Vilas Presse articles related to Vanuatu's environment. Vanuatu's Biodiversity Comprehensive information on Vanuatu's Biodiversity projects. South Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) The Pacific region's major intergovernmental organisation charged with protecting and managing the environment and natural resources. |
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HistoryHistory of VanuatuThis online history of Vanuatu begins with Roymata, the Ancient King of Vanuatu. History Explore Vanuatu’s rich cultural history and its role in World War 2. A History of Vanuatu: selected readings Compilation of selected chapters and articles about the history of the country formerly known as the New Hebrides. History of Vanuatu Wikipedia article about Vanuatu's history. |
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SearchVatu.com, Vanuatu's connexionHas a telephone directory, a web directory, and South Pacific news. Additional Information on VanuatuBBC News Country Profile: VanuatuGovernments on the WWW: Vanuatu Open Directory Project: Vanuatu Wikipedia: Vanuatu The World Factbook -- Vanuatu |
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