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French Polynesia

Key Facts

 

Population

268,270

Area

76 Km2

Official Language

French

Capital

Pape'ete

Time

(UTC-10, −9:30, -9)

Currency

CFP franc (XPF)

Constitution

Dependent territory

Climate

The Climate of French Polynesia can be classified as Af climate, a hot, humid tropical climate with all months above 18°C.

Economy

French Polynesia has a moderately developed economy, which is dependent on imported goods, tourism, and the financial assistance of mainland France.

Traveler Information

http://wikitravel.org/en/French_Polynesia

Investment Authority/Ministry of Economy

http://www.spc.int/prism/country/mh/stats/Links/links.htm

Media Links

http://www.abyznewslinks.com/fpoly.htm