World Region Information --- Marshall Islands Information
We are researching regional information on the Marshall Islands. The Republic of the Marshall Islands is an island nation near the equator in the Pacific Ocean just west of the International Date Line. We will feature information that seems good to know when advancing to the Marshall Islands.
It shares a maritime border with Kiribati to the southeast, Nauru to the south, and the Federated States of Micronesia to the west.
About 181km2
Approximately 58,000 people
92.1% Marshallese, 5.9% Mixed Marshallese, 2% Other
Marshallese, English
Christianity dominates
- Cathedral of the Assumption
It has an ancient tradition as part of the vast Micronesian culture, and a growing Western culture since the arrival of Christian missionaries.
- Arno Atoll
- Bikini Atoll
- MAJURO BRIDGE
- Eneko Island
The first eight years, usually until the age of 14, are compulsory.
- College of the Marshall Islands
- USP Marshall Islands Campus
- Alele Museum and Public Library
1864 German Adolf Kapelle establishes first trading company
1885 Germany paid compensation to Spain and annexed the Marshall Islands
1914 During World War I, Japan occupies the islands and builds military bases
1920 League of Nations grants mandate to Japan
1944 During World War II, the U.S. forces drive out the Japanese army and occupy the islands
1946 US nuclear test program begins at Bikini Atoll. Islanders evacuate from Bikini Atoll
1947 U.S. administration begins as United Nations Pacific Trust Territory
1948 US expands nuclear testing. Islanders flee Enewetak Atoll
1954 Bikini Atoll, the largest US hydrogen bomb test ever. The Daigo Fukuryu Maru Incident
1965 US establishes Congress of Micronesia
1969 US begins Bikini Atoll decontamination project
1970- Islanders returning to Bikini Atoll suffer serious health problems due to radiation
1978 Marshall Islands secede from the Federated States of Micronesia
1979 Constitution enacted. Autonomous government started. Inauguration of President Amata Kabua
1980 Islanders return after decontamination of Enewetak Atoll
1982 Officially renamed the Republic of the Marshall Islands
1985 US agrees to complete decontamination of Bikini Atoll within 15 years
1986 U.S. Congress ratifies the Compact of Free Association, which gives the Marshall Islands independence
1989 United Nations report warns Marshall Islands will be completely submerged by 2030 due to rising sea levels due to global warming
1991 Joined the United Nations
1998 Officially recognized Taiwan and established diplomatic relations
2004 Revised compact that includes aid from the United States takes effect
2008 Tsunami damage and state of emergency declaration
2013 "Majuro Declaration" promises to tackle climate change
2014 State of emergency declared due to tsunami
It is a republic with a parliamentary and presidential system. The president is the head of state and also the head of government. The parliament is unicameral.
- Nitijela
- Republic of the Marshall Islands Judiciary
$3,866
Imports far exceed exports, although craft production, tuna processing and tourism are the main industries.
Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Kiribati, Cook Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Tonga, Nauru, Niue, Vanuatu, Palau, Fiji, Marshall Islands, Micronesia
