Demography of a Small Island Nation: Findings from the 2011 Census of Population and Housing of the Republic of the Marshall Island

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-50
Author(s):  
Bhakta B. Gubhaju ◽  
Arthur Jorari ◽  
Gerald Haberkorn
Keyword(s):  
Small Island ◽  
Marshall Island ◽  
The Republic

A review of the library and information science profession in the Maldives: Development, challenges and opportunities

IFLA Journal ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 034003522110315
Author(s):  
Gina de Alwis Jayasuriya ◽  
Aminath Riyaz ◽  
Shaheen Majid
Keyword(s):  
Information Science ◽  
Information And Communications Technology ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Library And Information Science ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Initial Development ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
The Indian Ocean ◽  
The Republic

The Republic of Maldives, a small island developing state in the Indian Ocean, has achieved upper-middle-income and high human development category status, and one of the strongest information and communications technology infrastructures in South Asia. However, the country’s library and information science sector, which saw its inception over seven decades ago, has yet to advance beyond the initial development phase. This article traces the emergence of the library and information science sector in the country and draws attention to the myriad challenges faced by it. The article is also an attempt to draw the attention of government decision-makers and motivate them to understand and resolve the difficulties faced by the library and information science sector through engaging library and information science employers, educational institutions, professional trainers, and library and information science professionals. Some concerns are identified and five key action areas with associated action steps are suggested. These may resonate with other small developing countries that are facing similar scenarios.

scholarly journals Impact of Foreign Direct Investment Inflows on Economic Growth; the Case of the Republic of Seychelles

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yusheng Kong ◽  
Sampson Agyapong Atuahene ◽  
Geoffrey Bentum-Mican ◽  
Abigail Konadu Aboagye
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Foreign Direct Investment ◽  
Direct Investment ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Host Countries ◽  
Fdi Inflows ◽  
Economic Trends ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Impact

This paper aims to research whether there is link between FDI inflows and Economic growth in the Republic of Seychelles Island. The ordinary least square results obtained shows that in the impact of FDI inflows on economic growth is low. Small Island Developing States attracts less FDI inflow because they are limited to few resources that attracts overseas firms which results in retarded development. The research lighted that impact of foreign direct investment on host countries does not only depend on the quality and quantity of the FDI inflows but some other variables such as the internal policies and the management skills, market structures, economic trends among others.

Barriers to sustainable tourism for small hotels in small island developing states and some suggested remedies

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nafiya Guden ◽  
Mete Unal Girgen ◽  
Tulen Saner ◽  
Erkan Yesilpinar
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Tourism ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Small Island Developing States ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Scarce Resources ◽  
The North ◽  
Economic Support ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Republic Of Cyprus ◽  
North And South

Purpose The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of the barriers and difficulties small hotels encounter in Cyprus and to identify possible solutions and remedies. Design/methodology/approach This paper draws on both academic and trade literature to explore the challenges facing small hotel operations in Cyprus, both in the South and in the North of the Island and some possible remedies. Interviews with representatives from 12 small hotels across Cyprus were conducted online and in person. Findings Cyprus is a small island that is vulnerable to fluctuations in tourism numbers, has limited economic independence, unique characteristics of biological and cultural diversity, scarce resources and fragile and sensitive ecosystems. The Northern part of the island is more vulnerable and highly dependent on economic support from Turkey. Further, the North has less international support because of its status, while small hotels in the Republic of Cyprus benefit from being able to promote themselves internationally. In contrast, hotels in the North have more limited scope to promote their activity. Originality/value This paper raises awareness of the barriers to sustainable tourism and especially as it relates to small hotels in small island developing states. One of the main findings is that there are common barriers relating to sustainable tourism in both North and South Cyprus.

“The Communist Bandits Have Been Repudiated”

2019 ◽  
pp. 175-188
Author(s):  
Andrew D. Morris
Keyword(s):  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Small Island ◽  
The 1950S ◽  
The Republic ◽  
International Sport

In Taiwan, international sport during the 1950s–1970s centered on the war with the People’s Republic of China’s “Communist bandits” to represent China and achieve recognition from worldwide sporting bodies. Sport was meant to buttress the Republic of China’s legitimacy, to demonstrate the centrality of Chinese culture on this small island “province,” and to establish Taiwan’s teams and athletes as representative of a “Free China” regime and populace that could inspire a recovery of the mainland. The Nationalists and Communists both used sport to establish their own regime as the rightful modern revolutionary government of China and to end long-standing assumptions of Chinese weakness and degeneracy.

Conversion of Coastal Habitats in Singapore: Indications of Unsustainable Development

1995 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 307-322 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael J. Hilton ◽  
Sarah S. Manning
Keyword(s):  
World War Ii ◽  
Coastal Ecosystems ◽  
Peninsular Malaysia ◽  
Small Island ◽  
World War ◽  
Island State ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Small Island State ◽  
The Impact

The Republic of Singapore, a small island state lying at the southern extremity of Peninsular Malaysia has, along with other ASEAN nations, stated its commitment to the principle of ‘sustainable development’ and ecological sustainability. This paper presents an assessment of the impact of post-World War II development on the extent and quality of intertidal coastal ecosystems and ecocomplexes in Singapore — specifically on coral reefs, mangroves, and intertidal sand- and mud-flats — and hence an evaluation of Singapore's commitment to maintaining coastal ecosystems and coastal biodiversity. The extent of these habitats was mapped from topographic and hydrographic maps, and estimates of their future area was derived from the Singapore Concept Plan for the year ‘x’ (AD c. 2030).

scholarly journals (A88) Public Health Consequences of Climate Change in the Republic of Palau: A Photojournalism Project

2011 ◽  
Vol 26 (S1) ◽  
pp. s25-s25 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Mahany ◽  
S. Kuartei ◽  
P. Marumoto
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Climate Change ◽  
Resource Sharing ◽  
Beach Erosion ◽  
Extreme Weather Events ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Health Consequences ◽  
The People ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Republic Of Palau

IntroductionThe Republic of Palau, like other small, island, developing states, is particularly vulnerable to climate change due to a number of factors, including: (1) small size; (2) remoteness; (3) limited natural resources; and (3) vulnerability to disasters and extreme weather events. Other factors include social and economic factors such as: (1) economies sensitive to external shocks; (2) high population growth rates and densities; (3) poorly developed infrastructure; (4) limited financial and human resources; and (5) emigration. The (US) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) partnered with the Republic of Palau Ministry of Health (MoH) and Southern Illinois University (SIU) to investigate public health consequences in Palau. The goal of the project is to reduce morbidity and mortality due to climate change in Palau by improving awareness using three tools: (1) a photojournalism book to document the local experience in Palau; (2) a marketing campaign to increase awareness in Palau about climate change as it relates to human health; and (3) a Website to raise regional and international awareness of the findings, and act as a forum for discussion and resource-sharing.MethodsThe CDC, SIU, and Palau MoH conducted interviews with community members including government officials, traditional leadership, fishermen, gardeners, physicians, scientists and local residents to explore their experiences concerning climate change in their community. Photojournalists took thousands of images documenting locally identified effects of climate change that were perceived as having direct or indirect health consequences for the people of Palau.ResultsCoral bleaching, beach erosion, irregular rainfall, sea level rise, and salt water inundation directly impact food security and tourism in Palau, while other less obvious, but important consequences, such as potential loss of traditional practices and cultural identity were also identified.ConclusionsThe people of Palau reported significant impact from climate change on agriculture, economics, health, and culture.

scholarly journals Matacong Island: A Short History of a Small Island on the West Coast of Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (6.) ◽  
pp. 8-43
Author(s):  
Takehiko Ochiai
Keyword(s):  
West Africa ◽  
19Th Century ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Water Color ◽  
Republic Of Guinea ◽  
Sierra Leonean ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The University ◽  
The 19Th Century

This article aims to examine how Matacong Island, a small island just off the coast of the Republic of Guinea, West Africa, was claimed its possession by local chiefs, how it was leased to and was used by European and Sierra Leonean merchants, and how it was colonized by Britain and France in the 19th century. In 1825 the paramount chief of Moriah chiefdom agreed to lease the island to two Sierra Leonean merchants, and in 1826 it was ceded to Britain by a treaty with chiefs of the Sumbuyah and Moriah chiefdoms. Since the island was considered as a territory exempted from duty, British and Sierra Leonean merchants used it as an important trading station throughout the 19th century. Major exports of Matacong Island included palm kernels, palm oil, hides, ivory, pepper and groundnuts, originally brought by local traders from the neighboring rivers, and major imports were tobacco, beads, guns, gunpowder, rum, cotton manufactures, iron bars and hardware of various kinds. In 1853 alone, some 80 vessels, under British, American, and French flags, anchored at Matacong Island. By the convention of 1882, Britain recognized the island as belonging to France. Although the convention was never ratified, it was treated by both countries as accepted terms of agreement. The article considers various dynamics of usage, property, and territorial possession as relates to the island during the 19th century, and reveals how complex they were, widely making use of the documents of The Matacong Island (West Africa) Papers at the University of Birmingham Library in Britain. The collection purchased by the library in 1969 is composed of 265 historical documents relating to Matacong Island, such as letters, agreements, newspaper-cuttings, maps and water-color picture

scholarly journals MANAJEMEN BERBASIS POROS MARITIM KABINET KERJA PEMERINTAHAN JOKOWI- JUSUF KALLA

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Moh Rosyid
Keyword(s):  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Maritime Industry ◽  
Real Form ◽  
Innovation Development ◽  
Work Program ◽  
The People ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Government

The fact shows that 70 percent wide Indonesia is the sea. In geographic regions of the Unitary State of the Republic ofmainland only around 1.9 million kilo square meters, while the sovereignty of the sea consists of 3.1 million square kilometersand sea exclusive economic zone (ZEE) 2.7 km or 70 percent ofthe area of the archipelago in the form of the sea. The numberof large and small island as much as 17.500 island. A series of the island stretches from the east to the west as far as 6,400 km and almost 2,500 km from north to south. The potential for Coordinating Minister of Maritime law enforcement authorities recently have a work program be peneguhan maritime sovereignty, resource utilization, the infrastructure development and innovation development and maritime technology. The Program stresses that the maritime must be well managed to useful to the welfare of the people. The real form of the government in the form of maritime buildingutilization of maritime zones, treat maritime area, optimize the potential of waters environment, anticipation of evil in the seaand to optimize the performance of the national marine council. Various problems in the maritime governance circumventedAnalisis Manajemen Berbasis Poros Maritim by maintaining the sovereignty of the sea, in cooperation with the state adidaya, encouraged maritime industry, and take advantage of the waters as the lifeblood of the national economy.

How Empires Make Peripheries: ‘Overseas France’ in Contemporary History

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (3) ◽  
pp. 434-445
Author(s):  
Sarah L. Wood
Keyword(s):  
New Caledonia ◽  
Social Scientist ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Minority Status ◽  
Contemporary History ◽  
The Social ◽  
The Republic ◽  
Political Turmoil ◽  
Independence Movements

The inhabitants of the overseas departments and collectivities of France have, of late, been reconsidering their relationships both to each other and to the former imperial metropole. In 2011 Mayotte, previously classified as an overseas collectivity, acceded to full French and European status as an overseas department of France following a referendum. This decision to, in the words of the social scientist François Taglioni, further ‘anchor’ the island in the republic has commonly been understood as a pragmatic decision as much as an ideological one. It was a way of distancing Mayotte from the political turmoil in neighbouring independent Comoros, as well as an indicator of the improbability of a small island nation achieving full sovereignty in a multipolar, resource hungry world. The narrative that self-determination must necessarily be obtained through national independence is still prevalent in the language of certain independence movements, including that of the Kanak people of New Caledonia. But it has been repeatedly tested at the ballot box, not least in November 2018 when New Caledonians voted in a referendum on their constitutional future. This referendum – and the further two due to follow it before 2022 – will be observed with interest by other self declared nations in waiting. Some anticipate, not a reclaiming of local sovereignty in the event of independence, but rather a transferral of economic hegemony from France to China, a prospect hinted at by Emmanuel Macron during a visit to Nouméa in 2018. However, the demographic minority status of the Kanak people whom the independentist Kanak and Socialist Liberation Front (Front de libération nationale kanak et socialiste;FLNKS) claims to represent, coupled with divisions within the movement, means it is very hard to predict the contours of a future independent New Caledonian state.

Fiji: The Militarization of Politics in a Small-Island Developing State

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vijay Naidu
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
21St Century ◽  
Small Island ◽  
Military Force ◽  
National Politics ◽  
Early 21St Century ◽  
Island States ◽  
Military Commanders ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Military

The Republic of Fiji is a small archipelagic state of less than a million people in the southwest Pacific. It has a relatively minuscule military force in global terms but is the largest among the island states of Oceania. The size of the Republic (formerly “Royal”) Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) in the early 21st century is due to its role in peacekeeping for the United Nations. The Fijian military became entangled in Fiji politics having usurped political power on four separate occasions in the last 30 years, and it can be unequivocally said that there has been a militarization of politics. At first, the military’s involvement in national politics was on the behest of defeated politicians but, 30 years later, the military itself has become a major political player. This is most evident by the fact that former military commanders and coup. The military has becoming a powerful player in Fiji politics has occurred in haphazard but overwhelming ways. Fiji politics has an ever-present “elephant in the room” which is the RFMF.

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