Tuvalu

Tuvalu embraces an area of 26 square kilometers. It also has a population of only 10,640, making it one of the least populated countries in the world. It is a Polynesian island country located in the Pacific Ocean northeast of Santa Cruz Island. There are three main islands and six atolls that make up the country. The inhabitants are Polynesians from Tonga and Samoa.

The British colonized it in the 19th century under British protectorate. Thus, it is a parliamentary democracy where Queen Elizabeth II is the head of state. But instead, the country is represented by a governor.

Tuvalu became independent in 1978. The head of state is the prime minister. However, the representative is appointed by the representative. Interestingly, there are no political parties in this country. Therefore, personal and family relationships are very important in electing civil servants. As a nation, Tuvalu is part of the Small Island States, a coalition of islands that is concerned about vulnerability to adverse impacts.

• Population: 10,640