🇳🇺 Niue
Niue
Territory and Sovereignty
Region: Oceania
Basic Information
Capital: Alofi
Population: 1,822
Area: 261 km²
Subregion: Polynesia
Currencies: New Zealand dollar ($)
Languages: English, Niuean
About territory
Niue is a self-governing island country in free association with New Zealand, located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is a raised coral atoll, often referred to as 'The Rock of Polynesia' due to its unique geological formation. The island's terrain features a limestone cliff coastline and a central plateau, supporting a diverse ecosystem. Historically, Niue was settled by Polynesian explorers and later came under British protection before becoming a territory associated with New Zealand. Today, Niue's economy relies heavily on New Zealand aid, agriculture, and a growing tourism sector.
Codes & Identifiers
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
NU
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
NIU
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