Fiji

Population: 844,330 (July 2001 est.)

Languages: English (official), Fijian, Hindustani

Background: Fiji became independent in 1970, after nearly a century as a British colony. Democratic rule was interrupted by two military coups in 1987, caused by concern over a government perceived as dominated by the Indian community (descendants of contract...

Currency: Fijian dollar (FJD, No information)

Data from CIA World Factbook. Click on CIA link for more. Click on map or flag for larger images.