Marshall Islands
Location: Southwestern Pacific Ocean
Area: 70 square miles
Population: 49,000
Government: Republic
Largest city: Majura (capital)
Languages: Marshallese, English
Ethnic group: Micronesian
Religion: Christian
Chief industries: Fishing, agriculture
Chief crops: Coconut palms, fruits, vegetables
Leading export: Copra
Leading imports: Foodstuffs, consumer goods
Monetary unit: U.S. dollar