Tokelau


- Population:
- 2,506
- Language:
- Tokelauan
- Religion:
- Christianity
Tokelau is a dependent territory of New Zealand, consisting of three tropical coral atolls—Atafu, Nukunonu, and Fakaofo—in the South Pacific Ocean. The total land area is about 10 square kilometers, making it one of the smallest territories in the world. The population is approximately 1,500 people as of 2023. There is no official capital, but each atoll has its own administrative center. The official languages are Tokelauan and English. Tokelau operates under a non-partisan democratic system, with each atoll having its own council, and a central government known as the General Fono. The economy is limited, relying heavily on subsistence agriculture, fishing, and financial assistance from New Zealand. Tokelau is known for its unique Polynesian culture, traditional way of life, and efforts in renewable energy, having transitioned to almost entirely solar power. As a non-self-governing territory, Tokelau is administered by New Zealand, and its residents are New Zealand citizens.