Niue is a free associated territory of New Zealand in the Pacific Ocean.
Formally, the head of state is the monarch of New Zealand. The island's government is headed by the Prime Minister.
Niue is located in the Pacific Ocean, east of Tonga and west of Samoa. The island is the smallest country in the Southern Hemisphere, with an area of only 260 square kilometers.
The capital is the city of Alofi, which is located on the southern coast of the island.
Niue has a tropical climate with a rainy season from November to April. In general, the temperature on the island is quite high all year round, during the daytime the air warms up to 27-30 degrees Celsius, and at night it remains at 20-22 degrees Celsius.
Niue's population is estimated at 1,600 (as of 2021). The majority of the island's inhabitants are Polynesians. Up to 95% of Niueans live in New Zealand.
The official language in Niue is English.
Niue is famous for its beautiful beaches, excellent diving and snorkeling spots, and the unique culture that remains on the island to this day.
The standard of living in Niue is lower than in the developed world, but the island provides its residents with access to basic health and educational services. The main source of income for the island's residents is tourism and the export of coffee and fruit.
