Vanuatu

Country Vanuatu
Capital Port Vila
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Vanuatu vatu(VUV)
Languages Bislama, French & English

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Multiple waves of colonizers, each speaking a distinct language, migrated to the New Hebrides in the millennia preceding European exploration in the 18th century. This settlement pattern accounts for the complex linguistic diversity found on the archipelago to this day. The British and French, who settled the New Hebrides in the 19th century, agreed in 1906 to an Anglo-French Condominium, which administered the islands until independence in 1980, when the new name of Vanuatu was adopted.

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Vanuatu - Wikipedia
Vanuatu - CIA World Fact Book
Vanuatu - BBC
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Ambae volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity) - Volcano DiscoveryAmbae volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity)  Volcano Discovery

Vanuatu - Enhance and develop air quality, emissions standards and national strategies for the transport and maritime and shipping sectors - Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)Vanuatu - Enhance and develop air quality, emissions standards and national strategies for the transport and maritime and shipping sectors  Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC)

Vanuatu Law Students, Lawyer Julian Aguon Win Right Livelihood Award - NewsonairVanuatu Law Students, Lawyer Julian Aguon Win Right Livelihood Award  Newsonair

Vanuatu: Union Strengthening and Awareness-Raising on Life Protection Skills in the Context of Climate Change - Education InternationalVanuatu: Union Strengthening and Awareness-Raising on Life Protection Skills in the Context of Climate Change  Education International

Carpenters Shipping Implements PSS for Vanuatu - Container NewsCarpenters Shipping Implements PSS for Vanuatu  Container News

Questions over Australian-gifted patrol boat smashed on reef during 'VIP transport' - Australian Broadcasting CorporationQuestions over Australian-gifted patrol boat smashed on reef during 'VIP transport'  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The Road Ahead: Vanuatu’s Climate Resilient Transport Project Boosts Community Access and Safety - World Bank GroupThe Road Ahead: Vanuatu’s Climate Resilient Transport Project Boosts Community Access and Safety  World Bank Group

Strengthening Vanuatu's health resilience with better data collection - World Health Organization (WHO)Strengthening Vanuatu's health resilience with better data collection  World Health Organization (WHO)

Vanuatu open to signing deal with Australia but will not be subject to ‘bullying’ from larger countries - The GuardianVanuatu open to signing deal with Australia but will not be subject to ‘bullying’ from larger countries  The Guardian

Digital Scoping and Mapping of Fiji and Vanuatu - The Asia FoundationDigital Scoping and Mapping of Fiji and Vanuatu  The Asia Foundation

Apply Now: VCAP II Small Grants in Vanuatu - fundsforNGOsApply Now: VCAP II Small Grants in Vanuatu  fundsforNGOs

Vanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi’s passport - The HinduVanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi’s passport  The Hindu

Report of UNESCO-IOC Expert Meeting in Vanuatu on Tsunami Sources - unesco.orgReport of UNESCO-IOC Expert Meeting in Vanuatu on Tsunami Sources  unesco.org

Red Cross in Kiribati and Vanuatu launch new climate resilience initiative - IFRCRed Cross in Kiribati and Vanuatu launch new climate resilience initiative  IFRC

Gaua volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity) - Volcano DiscoveryGaua volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity)  Volcano Discovery

Building resilience through multisectoral approach: Vanuatu completes first Joint External Evaluation to strengthen health security - World Health Organization (WHO)Building resilience through multisectoral approach: Vanuatu completes first Joint External Evaluation to strengthen health security  World Health Organization (WHO)

Strengthening outbreak response in Vanuatu through Go.Data - World Health Organization (WHO)Strengthening outbreak response in Vanuatu through Go.Data  World Health Organization (WHO)

Lopevi volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity) - Volcano DiscoveryLopevi volcano (Vanuatu) - Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report for 24 September-30 September 2025 (Continuing Activity)  Volcano Discovery

Vanuatu PM orders to revoke fugitive Lalit Modi’s passport - NewsonairVanuatu PM orders to revoke fugitive Lalit Modi’s passport  Newsonair

10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific island country that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport | Trending - Hindustan Times10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific island country that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport | Trending  Hindustan Times

Australia and Vanuatu agree to $328m security and business deal - BBCAustralia and Vanuatu agree to $328m security and business deal  BBC

'Attempting to avoid extradition': Vanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi's passport - Times of India'Attempting to avoid extradition': Vanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi's passport  Times of India

Vanuatu Basketball Fuelled by Heart and Hardship - fiba.basketballVanuatu Basketball Fuelled by Heart and Hardship  fiba.basketball

Lalit Modi moves Vanuatu court against his passport cancellation - Times of IndiaLalit Modi moves Vanuatu court against his passport cancellation  Times of India

Lalit Modi's "Truly Heavenly" Post For Vanuatu After Passport Cancelled - NDTVLalit Modi's "Truly Heavenly" Post For Vanuatu After Passport Cancelled  NDTV

Australian PM says Vanuatu security, climate agreement delayed - Al JazeeraAustralian PM says Vanuatu security, climate agreement delayed  Al Jazeera

10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific Island nation that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport - Times of India10 facts about Vanuatu, the Pacific Island nation that cancelled Lalit Modi’s passport  Times of India

5 things about Vanuatu, whose citizenship fugitive Lalit Modi has taken - The Indian Express5 things about Vanuatu, whose citizenship fugitive Lalit Modi has taken  The Indian Express

Vanuatu working toward UN vote aimed at fighting fossil-fuel industry influence - The GuardianVanuatu working toward UN vote aimed at fighting fossil-fuel industry influence  The Guardian

India announces $500,000 for quake-hit Vanuatu - The HinduIndia announces $500,000 for quake-hit Vanuatu  The Hindu

Vanuatu - Welcome to the United NationsVanuatu  Welcome to the United Nations

Vanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi’s passport: ‘…attempting to avoid extradition’ - The Indian ExpressVanuatu PM orders cancellation of Lalit Modi’s passport: ‘…attempting to avoid extradition’  The Indian Express

All About Vanuatu: Island Nation That Cancelled Lalit Modi's Passport - NDTVAll About Vanuatu: Island Nation That Cancelled Lalit Modi's Passport  NDTV

Santiago network catalyzes national loss and damage response in Vanuatu - UNDRRSantiago network catalyzes national loss and damage response in Vanuatu  UNDRR

Lalit Modi obtains Vanuatu citizenship; MEA says it continues to pursue case against him - The HinduLalit Modi obtains Vanuatu citizenship; MEA says it continues to pursue case against him  The Hindu

Australia, Vanuatu security agreement to be delayed - ReutersAustralia, Vanuatu security agreement to be delayed  Reuters

Hours after citizenship blow, Lalit Modi calls Vanuatu 'truly heavenly' despite passport cancellation ord - Times of IndiaHours after citizenship blow, Lalit Modi calls Vanuatu 'truly heavenly' despite passport cancellation ord  Times of India

Vanuatu, Location, Geography, Capital, Language - Vajiram & RaviVanuatu, Location, Geography, Capital, Language  Vajiram & Ravi

Lalit Modi acquires Vanuatu citizenship: All about Pacific island nation - India TodayLalit Modi acquires Vanuatu citizenship: All about Pacific island nation  India Today

Vanuatu Citizenship by Investment: Updated 2025 - Get Golden VisaVanuatu Citizenship by Investment: Updated 2025  Get Golden Visa

What is the Vanuatu ICJ initiative? - ClientEarthWhat is the Vanuatu ICJ initiative?  ClientEarth

Vanuatu on the pathway to the world stage - Vanuatu Daily PostVanuatu on the pathway to the world stage  Vanuatu Daily Post

Why Vanuatu's move to revoke Lalit Modi's citizenship is remarkable - The New Indian ExpressWhy Vanuatu's move to revoke Lalit Modi's citizenship is remarkable  The New Indian Express

Vanuatu parliament passes Citizenship Amendment Bill to strengthen independence - RNZVanuatu parliament passes Citizenship Amendment Bill to strengthen independence  RNZ

Activities supported by the Heritage Emergency Fund in VANUATU - unesco.orgActivities supported by the Heritage Emergency Fund in VANUATU  unesco.org

Why Vanuatu boasts one of the most popular ‘golden passport’ schemes - The Indian ExpressWhy Vanuatu boasts one of the most popular ‘golden passport’ schemes  The Indian Express

Ni-Vanuatu women leading inclusive disaster risk reduction and response - PreventionWeb.netNi-Vanuatu women leading inclusive disaster risk reduction and response  PreventionWeb.net

On the path to recovery: three months after the earthquake in Vanuatu - World Health Organization (WHO)On the path to recovery: three months after the earthquake in Vanuatu  World Health Organization (WHO)

Citizenship Rules Of Vanuatu: Island Nation That Cancelled Lalit Modi's Passport - NDTVCitizenship Rules Of Vanuatu: Island Nation That Cancelled Lalit Modi's Passport  NDTV

Before Lalit Modi, Vanuatu rejected Nirav Modi’s citizenship request: Why, what are its rules - The Indian ExpressBefore Lalit Modi, Vanuatu rejected Nirav Modi’s citizenship request: Why, what are its rules  The Indian Express

IFAD and Vanuatu launch US$11 million partnership to help poor rural families grow, buy and eat more nutritious food - IFADIFAD and Vanuatu launch US$11 million partnership to help poor rural families grow, buy and eat more nutritious food  IFAD

Lalit Modi: Vanuatu PM cancels passport of former IPL cricket chief - BBCLalit Modi: Vanuatu PM cancels passport of former IPL cricket chief  BBC

Hydropower the right way: Lessons for Vanuatu - Vanuatu Daily PostHydropower the right way: Lessons for Vanuatu  Vanuatu Daily Post

Rebuilding with Purpose: How Vanuatu is Leading the Pacific in Climate Action - United Nations Development ProgrammeRebuilding with Purpose: How Vanuatu is Leading the Pacific in Climate Action  United Nations Development Programme

IPC President Andrew Parsons concludes successful visit to Vanuatu - Paralympic.orgIPC President Andrew Parsons concludes successful visit to Vanuatu  Paralympic.org

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu - The HinduMagnitude 7.3 earthquake hits Pacific island nation of Vanuatu  The Hindu

Vanuatu criticises Australia for extending gas project while making Cop31 bid - The GuardianVanuatu criticises Australia for extending gas project while making Cop31 bid  The Guardian

African debt and climate change: how the ICJ’s Vanuatu ruling could be used for broader justice - The ConversationAfrican debt and climate change: how the ICJ’s Vanuatu ruling could be used for broader justice  The Conversation

Proposed constitutional amendment in Vanuatu would allow only indigenous citizens to contest elections - ConstitutionNetProposed constitutional amendment in Vanuatu would allow only indigenous citizens to contest elections  ConstitutionNet

Vanuatu: How much money do you need to get Lalit Modi-like citizenship in this island nation? - MintVanuatu: How much money do you need to get Lalit Modi-like citizenship in this island nation?  Mint

World court set to hear Vanuatu’s case on climate crisis obligations - Al JazeeraWorld court set to hear Vanuatu’s case on climate crisis obligations  Al Jazeera

2024 Vanuatu earthquake triggered rapid insurance payout for emergency response - PreventionWeb.net2024 Vanuatu earthquake triggered rapid insurance payout for emergency response  PreventionWeb.net

Vanuatu delays $330M Australia security pact over Chinese funding concerns - AP NewsVanuatu delays $330M Australia security pact over Chinese funding concerns  AP News

Australia and PNG Sign Defense Treaty, Agreement With Vanuatu Delayed - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineAustralia and PNG Sign Defense Treaty, Agreement With Vanuatu Delayed  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Australia to help fund two data centers in Vanuatu island - Data Center DynamicsAustralia to help fund two data centers in Vanuatu island  Data Center Dynamics

Vanuatu: A Unique Destination in the South Pacific - INSIGHTS IASVanuatu: A Unique Destination in the South Pacific  INSIGHTS IAS

The tiny Pacific nation of Vanuatu turns to the world court as climate disasters mount - AP NewsThe tiny Pacific nation of Vanuatu turns to the world court as climate disasters mount  AP News

17 year-old represents Vanuatu at World Taekwondo Championship - Vanuatu Daily Post17 year-old represents Vanuatu at World Taekwondo Championship  Vanuatu Daily Post

Vanuatu earthquake: A nation in crisis highlights urgent need for community-based preparedness - IFRCVanuatu earthquake: A nation in crisis highlights urgent need for community-based preparedness  IFRC

Vanuatu, the land of golden passports—where fugitives like Lalit Modi can buy citizenship for a crore - ThePrintVanuatu, the land of golden passports—where fugitives like Lalit Modi can buy citizenship for a crore  ThePrint

China's police chief meets with Vanuatu's minister of internal affairs - English.gov.cnChina's police chief meets with Vanuatu's minister of internal affairs  English.gov.cn

Visit to Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting in Fiji - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsVisit to Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu and the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting in Fiji  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Press conference, Port Vila, Vanuatu - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsPress conference, Port Vila, Vanuatu  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

‘We were heard’: the Pacific students who took their climate fight to the ICJ – and won | Vanuatu - The Guardian‘We were heard’: the Pacific students who took their climate fight to the ICJ – and won | Vanuatu  The Guardian

Vanuatu travel - Lonely PlanetVanuatu travel  Lonely Planet

Andrew Tate: Vanuatu looks into revoking his golden passport - BBCAndrew Tate: Vanuatu looks into revoking his golden passport  BBC

The power of storytelling in Vanuatu - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreThe power of storytelling in Vanuatu  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Vanuatu not planning to revoke Andrew Tate’s citizenship, government spokesperson says - The GuardianVanuatu not planning to revoke Andrew Tate’s citizenship, government spokesperson says  The Guardian

Republic of Vanuatu National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Republic of Vanuatu National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Vanuatu strengthens pandemic preparedness with a new national Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) strategy - World Health Organization (WHO)Vanuatu strengthens pandemic preparedness with a new national Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) strategy  World Health Organization (WHO)

Women Empowered to Lead Vanuatu’s Green Energy Transition - United Nations Development ProgrammeWomen Empowered to Lead Vanuatu’s Green Energy Transition  United Nations Development Programme

Landslides on Efate from the Port Vila earthquake in Vanuatu - eos.orgLandslides on Efate from the Port Vila earthquake in Vanuatu  eos.org

World Malaria Day 2025 – Vanuatu’s Journey to a Malaria-Free Future - United Nations Development ProgrammeWorld Malaria Day 2025 – Vanuatu’s Journey to a Malaria-Free Future  United Nations Development Programme

Tsunami waves 'possible' after 7.3 magnitude earthquake strikes Port Vila, Vanuatu - Times of IndiaTsunami waves 'possible' after 7.3 magnitude earthquake strikes Port Vila, Vanuatu  Times of India

Albanese went to Vanuatu to sign a $500m agreement – but leaves empty-handed thanks to concerns about China - The GuardianAlbanese went to Vanuatu to sign a $500m agreement – but leaves empty-handed thanks to concerns about China  The Guardian

Eight Decades On, Vanuatu Still Struggles With America’s World War II Legacy - New Lines MagazineEight Decades On, Vanuatu Still Struggles With America’s World War II Legacy  New Lines Magazine

UN surge teams mobilise as Vanuatu hit by second earthquake - UN NewsUN surge teams mobilise as Vanuatu hit by second earthquake  UN News

Solar power brings resilience for earthquake-affected communities in Vanuatu - UN Women Asia and the PacificSolar power brings resilience for earthquake-affected communities in Vanuatu  UN Women Asia and the Pacific

Rescuers race to find Vanuatu earthquake survivors - BBCRescuers race to find Vanuatu earthquake survivors  BBC

Breaking the Silence: scholar tackles family violence in Vanuatu - University of AucklandBreaking the Silence: scholar tackles family violence in Vanuatu  University of Auckland

New Vanuatu PM says he will ‘revisit’ 2022 security agreement with Australia - The GuardianNew Vanuatu PM says he will ‘revisit’ 2022 security agreement with Australia  The Guardian

Nourishing futures: Tackling child malnutrition in Vanuatu - UNICEF AustraliaNourishing futures: Tackling child malnutrition in Vanuatu  UNICEF Australia

In disaster-prone Vanuatu, photos show sea animals returning to battered reefs. Can recovery happen? - AP NewsIn disaster-prone Vanuatu, photos show sea animals returning to battered reefs. Can recovery happen?  AP News

Vanuatu: Earthquake - IFRCVanuatu: Earthquake  IFRC

Vanuatu hosts latest Commonwealth Sport GAPS camp - Commonwealth SportVanuatu hosts latest Commonwealth Sport GAPS camp  Commonwealth Sport

Safe Water, Safe Care: A New Era for Vanuatu’s Healthcare Facilities - UnicefSafe Water, Safe Care: A New Era for Vanuatu’s Healthcare Facilities  Unicef

Vanuatu Embarks on a Green Energy Revolution - United Nations Development ProgrammeVanuatu Embarks on a Green Energy Revolution  United Nations Development Programme

The Vanuatu climate case goes far, but not far enough - Universiteit LeidenThe Vanuatu climate case goes far, but not far enough  Universiteit Leiden

Saving the Sea Cows of Vanuatu - Atlas ObscuraSaving the Sea Cows of Vanuatu  Atlas Obscura

Vanuatu Earthquake: Rescuers Hunt For Survivors, Death Count Revised To 9 - NDTVVanuatu Earthquake: Rescuers Hunt For Survivors, Death Count Revised To 9  NDTV