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New Zealand

New Zealand is a country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean consisting of two main islands, both of which are heavily forested, mountainous, and volcanic. The country is slightly larger than the United Kingdom and slightly smaller than Japan. It has a population of just over 4 million people. New Zealand is an industrialized country with a market economy. The service sector accounts for the majority of the country's GDP, followed by manufacturing and agriculture. The country is a member of the United Nations, the Commonwealth of Nations, ANZUS, and the World Trade Organization. New Zealand is a constitutional monarchy with Elizabeth II as its head of state. The country is divided into 16 regions, each with its own local government. The capital city is Wellington, while the largest city is Auckland. New Zealand's landscape is diverse and includes glaciers, fiords, beaches, and volcanic plateaus. The country's climate is mostly temperate, although it varies from tropical in the north to subpolar in the south. New Zealand is well known for its outdoor activities, such as hiking, skiing, surfing, and mountaineering. The country is also home to a number of unique animals, such as the kiwi and the tuatara. New Zealand is a beautiful country with a lot to offer visitors. Whether you're looking for adventure or just a place to relax, you'll find it here.

Geographic data

Economy

GDP
189.00 billion US dollars
Currency

Date format

Calendar
First workday
Monday
Weekend
Saturday - Sunday

Measurement units

Measurement system
Metric
Length units
Kilometer
Meter
Centimeter
Area units
Square kilometer
Hectare
Square meter
Square centimeter
Speed unit
Kilometer per hour
Temperature unit
Celsius

Population
4.93M
Literacy percentage
99%
Official language