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PEOPLE OF MICRONESIA
The total population of the country is almost 108,004. There are about nine ethnic groups in this country. Micronesian and Polynesian people cover the majority of the population. Though English is the official language of Micronesia, other languages such as Chuukese, Pohnpeian, Yapese, Kosraean, Trukese, Ulithian, Woleaian, Nukuoro, Kapingamarangi etc are spoken all over the country.
ART, CULTURE AND MUSIC OF MICRONESIA
Art: Painting, literature and poetry are practiced in this country. In some regions of the country, handicrafts are also commonly practiced. Some of the famous art festivals are Pacific Festival of Arts; Festival of Pacific Arts etc are also organized in the islands.
Culture: In the presence of various ethnic groups, Micronesia gas developed a diverse cultural system. Influence of different races and tribes and also the religions are perceived in the Micronesian tradition.
Music: Music is very much appreciated in Micronesia. It is considered as a medium of communication.Some of the popular genres of this country are reggae, hip-hop, pop and so on.
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Music of the churches such as Choral hymns is also very popular in the country and is performed for religious purposes.
FLAG OF MICRONESIA
The Flag of Federal States of Micronesia is very simple. The base color of the flag is light blue. The blue rectangle features four stars that are five pointed and these are colored in white. All these four stars have been put in an order that they form a diamond if joined with strait lines. The blue base of the flag is a symbolic of Pacific Ocean. On the other hand the stars signify the four groups of islands in the country, i.e. Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae.
ECONOMY OF MICRONESIA
The economy of Federal States of Micronesia largely depends on its farming and fishing. The agricultural resources of the country are black pepper, vegetables, tropical fruits, coconuts, betel nuts, sweet potatoes, cassava etc. The fast growing industries of this country are primarily tourism industry, fish processing industry, shell-craft industry, wood works, aquaculture industry, pearl industry etc. Some the export commodities are fish, bananas, garments, black pepper and so on. Japan, US and Guam are primarily the nations that are involved in the export trade with Micronesia.
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