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Fijian Scorecard

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Fiji is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, celebrated for its tropical climate, coral reefs, and a welcoming blend of indigenous Fijian, Indian, and European influences. It has a population of 0.9 million, a population growth rate of 0.51%, and a median age of 27.67 years.

Its history includes a strong chiefly system and a period of British colonial rule, which have contributed to its unique multicultural society.

Today, Fiji is known for its friendly people, vibrant festivals, and a tourism industry that highlights its natural beauty and traditional way of life.

Its capital city is Suva.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in Fiji improved by 10.8% from 2022 to 2023

Unemployment Rate in Fiji improved by 0.3% from 2023 to 2024

Inflation Rate in Fiji improved by 52.4% from 2022 to 2023

Income Inequality in Fiji improved by 16.3% from 2013 to 2019

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in Fiji improved by 0.3% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in Fiji worsened by 1.3% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development in Fiji improved by 1.4% from 2021 to 2022

Suicide Mortality Rate in Fiji improved by 12.2% from 2020 to 2021

Freedom in the World in Fiji improved by 4.5% from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in Fiji worsened by 41.8% from 2017 to 2021

Governance and Security

Corruption Perception in Fiji worsened by 1.9% from 2022 to 2023

Control of Corruption in Fiji improved by 30.8% from 2022 to 2023

Homicide Rate in Fiji improved by 0.5% from 2014 to 2020

Government Effectiveness in Fiji worsened by 17.4% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in Fiji worsened by 1.3% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in Fiji worsened by 6.2% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in Fiji improved by 229.2% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in Fiji worsened by 1.6% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in Fiji improved by 3.8% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in Fiji worsened by 4.4% from 2021 to 2022