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Vanuatu

Vanuatu · VUT · Oceania

Risk Score

Guarded→ Stable

Risk Factors

No recent events in pipeline

Overview

Vanuatu is a Pacific island nation known for its natural beauty, active volcanoes, and diverse indigenous cultures. Its economy relies heavily on tourism, agriculture, and offshore financial services, but it is highly vulnerable to natural disasters and climate change. The government prioritizes resilience building and sustainable development.

Leadership

Nikenike Vurobaravu

President

GOVERNMENT: Parliamentary republic

Charlot Salwai

Simeon Seule

John Salong

Economy

GDP

$1.3B

GDP per Capita

$3.6K

GDP Growth

+3.2%

Inflation

3.8%

Unemployment

4.5%

Agriculture (Copra, Kava, Beef)TourismOffshore Financial Services

Trade

Key Exports

CopraKavaBeefTimberCocoa

Key Imports

MachineryFoodFuelsManufactured Goods

Top Partners

AustraliaNew ZealandChinaJapanFiji

Headlines (8)

borgenproject_org2d ago

Agricultural Investment in Vanuatu Supports Rural Communities

fijionenews2d ago

Pacific Recyclers Call for Greater Role in Policy

travelandtourworld2d ago

Papua New Guinea And Other Pacific Countries Are Now Facing New US Visa Bond Rules as Travel Access is Changing

newspub_live2d ago

Early goals produce draw between Austin FC, Union

recentlyheard2d ago

Aug 15, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Joe Milton III (10) passes the ball against the Seattle Seahawks during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images | State

brimbanknorthwest3d ago

Paramedic boost for Werribee

nzcity3d ago

US imposes visa bonds of up to $27k for several Pacific countries

abc_net3d ago