States of mind Micronesia and the Pacific

Micronesia comprises four states spread across an area of the north pacific the size of the continental united states. The islands, which have been the object of significant competition among the great powers over several hundred years, gained their independence relatively recently — a process vigor...

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Published inNew Zealand international review Vol. 37; no. 6; pp. 17 - 20
Main Author Goodman, John
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published New Zealand Institute of International Affairs 01.11.2012
Subjects
Collectivism
Competition
Economic conditions
Economic development
Environmental protection
Islands
Micronesia
Micronesian megapode
New Zealand
Pacific Region
Regions
Subsistence economy
Sustainability
Territory
Micronesia (Federated States)
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Summary:Micronesia comprises four states spread across an area of the north pacific the size of the continental united states. The islands, which have been the object of significant competition among the great powers over several hundred years, gained their independence relatively recently — a process vigorously supported by New Zealand. The islands remain relatively under-developed — and their inhabitants have tended to resist change that may affect their values or life style. In a harsh environment, the need endures for subsistence and for subsistence culture. Individualism runs counter to the root norms that have made subsistence such an outstanding success story in these islands.
Bibliography:New Zealand International Review, Vol. 37, No. 6, Nov/Dec 2012: 17-20
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Electronic title 'States of mind : Micronesia and the Pacific'
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ISSN:0110-0262
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