Oceania is a vast region with over 40 million people. Oceania is a series of thousands of islands and territories, each with its own characteristics.
Countries in Oceania
Updated: 10/16/2023.
| # | Country | Capital | Area, ㎢ | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Canberra
|
7.7M
|
25.7M
|
|
| 2 | Suva
|
18.3K
|
896.4K
|
|
| 3 | South Tarawa
|
811
|
119.4K
|
|
| 4 | Majuro
|
181
|
59.2K
|
|
| 5 | Palikir
|
702
|
115K
|
|
| 6 | Yaren
|
21
|
10.8K
|
|
| 7 | Wellington
|
270.5K
|
5.1M
|
|
| 8 | Ngerulmud
|
459
|
18.1K
|
|
| 9 | Port Moresby
|
462.8K
|
8.9M
|
|
| 10 | Apia
|
2.8K
|
198.4K
|
|
| 11 | Honiara
|
28.9K
|
686.9K
|
|
| 12 | Dili
|
14.9K
|
1.3M
|
|
| 13 | Nuku'alofa
|
747
|
105.7K
|
|
| 14 | Funafuti
|
26
|
11.8K
|
|
| 15 | Port Vila
|
12.2K
|
307.2K
|
Natural resources
Tourism is a key industry in Oceania. Every country in the region has a coastline and natural conditions suitable for this destination development. Every year, tourists from all over the world travel to Oceania for the region's stunning islands, wildlife and outstanding marine life.
The poorest countries
Kiribati has few natural resources and is the poorest country in the region. According to official figures, Kiribati's GDP was $0.18 billion - the world economy less than 0.01%. The next poorest regions are the Solomon Islands at 0.21 and Vanuatu at 0.28.
The richest countries
Australia and New Zealand are the two most developed countries list top in Oceania: the countries lead in both manufacturing and high-tech industries.
Tourism
Despite their rich natural resources, some countries in Oceania are relatively inaccessible as they lack adequate infrastructure. The most visited countries by tourists are Australia, Fiji, New Zealand, French Polynesia, Tonga, and Papua New Guinea.
Attractions in Oceania
On the list of the most notable places is the Great Barrier Reef, which is so huge that it can be seen from space. It is the largest living organism on the planet. The Whitsunday Islands are a popular tourist destination. It offers stunning coastal scenery, scuba diving, and relaxing on secluded beaches. The South Island Nelson National Park boasts beech forests, clear rivers and lakes, and rugged mountains. For a luxurious holiday, Tahiti is worth the trip. The island's lagoons, volcanoes, and waterfalls are popular, especially with honeymooners.