Micronesia Religion and Languages

By | March 5, 2021

According to franciscogardening, Micronesia is a small country made up of over 600 islands in the Western Pacific Ocean. It has a population of approximately 105,000 people and is spread across an area of 2,700 square kilometers. The capital city is Palikir, located on the island of Pohnpei. The official language is English, but the majority of people also speak Chuukese and other local languages. Micronesia has a diverse culture that reflects its history as an independent nation with strong ties to both the US and Japan. Its economy relies largely on subsistence farming and fishing, as well as tourism and foreign aid from its major partners. With a GDP of $246 million USD in 2020, Micronesia remains one of the least developed countries in the world.

People and society

There are nine ethnic Micronesian and Polynesian ethnic groups. There has been an immigration mainly of Japanese, Chinese and Filipinos. Large emigration has resulted in a negative balance of migration. About 100 islands are inhabited. 50 percent of the population lives on Chuuk. Weno is largest city.

There is no official language. English is most commonly used; in addition, there are nine Austronesian languages.

There is no official religion. According to Countryaah, the majority are Catholics (53 percent) and Protestants (42 percent).

The four main islands each have their own international airport.

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Palikir

Palikir, the capital of the United States of Micronesia; 5100 residents (2000). Palikir holds the joint parliament for the four states of the MFS. The modern complex is built on a decommissioned Japanese air base and kept in traditional Micronesian construction style.

Micronesia Population by Religion