1.2 – The Pacific 2

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Many Pacific countries have fragile and economies with few natural resources and small markets. In addition, the resources are easily by hurricanes and droughts. These can destroy crops and cause serious damage to facilities such as schools, and tourist hotels. , Pacific nations import far more than they export and are heavily on foreign aid. New Zealand contributes tens of millions of dollars in aid each year. This gives New Zealand influence in the Pacific. For small islands such as Niue the financial support from New Zealand is a factor in the country’s survival.