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Born in 1979, The Marshall Islands is an island country located near the equator in the Pacific Ocean, with a population of 53,158.

The Marshall Islands have a long history of human settlement, with the first inhabitants arriving over 2000 years ago.

With over 1100 islands and islets, the Marshall Islands’ geography is mostly low-lying coral atolls, with the highest point standing only 10m above sea level.

Marshalls culture is a combination of local, Micronesian and Western values, with many islands celebrating local festivals and traditional holidays.

The economy of the Marshall Islands is largely based on fishing, subsistence agriculture and tourism, with aid from the US government playing a significant role.

The Marshall Islands has a democratic government, with a President as the head of state and a bicameral legislature.

The most interesting place to visit in the Marshall Islands is the Bikini Atoll, a World War II monument and UNESCO world heritage site.

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