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Marshallese Scorecard

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The Marshall Islands is an island nation in the central Pacific, composed of low-lying atolls and islets with a unique maritime culture and stunning coral reefs. It has a population of 0.0 million, a population growth rate of -3.17%, and a median age of 20.70 years.

Its history includes traditional Micronesian navigation and a period of U.S. administration following World War II, which has shaped its modern political status.

Today, the Marshall Islands focuses on sustainable development, preserving its traditional customs, and addressing the challenges posed by climate change.

Its capital city is Majuro.

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Economic Development

GDP per Capita (PPP) in the Marshall Islands improved by 2.7% from 2022 to 2023

General Government Debt in the Marshall Islands improved by 5.8% from 2022 to 2023

Insufficient data to determine improvement.

Health and Social Development

Life Expectancy in the Marshall Islands improved by 0.3% from 2022 to 2023

Infant Mortality Rate in the Marshall Islands improved by 3.3% from 2022 to 2023

Human Development showed no change from 2021 to 2022

Freedom in the World showed no change from 2023 to 2024

Education

Completion of Upper Secondary Education in mhl worsened by 25.0% from 2019 to 2021

Governance and Security

Control of Corruption in the Marshall Islands improved by 5.1% from 2022 to 2023

Government Effectiveness in the Marshall Islands worsened by 69.2% from 2022 to 2023

Political Stability in the Marshall Islands improved by 15.7% from 2022 to 2023

Rule of Law in the Marshall Islands worsened by 7.3% from 2022 to 2023

Voice and Accountability in the Marshall Islands improved by 1.8% from 2022 to 2023

Environmental Sustainability and Energy

CO2 Emissions per Capita in the Marshall Islands worsened by 5.6% from 2022 to 2023

Air Pollution (PM2.5) in mhl improved by 0.7% from 2019 to 2020

Renewable Energy Consumption in mhl improved by 0.8% from 2021 to 2022