| Climate | Tropical and subtropical |
| Culture | Diverse |
| Economy | Trade, tourism, fishing, resources |
| Location | South Pacific Ocean |
| Geography | Composed of numerous islands and archipelagos |
| Languages | Indigenous and European languages |
| Challenges | Environmental degradation • Climate change • Natural disasters |
| Population | Varied |
| Largest island | |
| Political units | Microstates • Regional powers • Interdependent island nations |
