French Polynesia
The French annexed various Polynesian island groups during the 19th century. In September 1995, France stirred up widespread protests by resuming nuclear testing on the Mururoa atoll after a three-year moratorium. The tests were suspended in January 1996. In recent years, French Polynesia's autonomy has been considerably expanded.
Languages & Population
Approximate Population: 278,963 (July 2007 est.)
Nationality (Noun): French Polynesian(s)
Nationality (Adjective): French Polynesian
Official Language(s): French, Polynesian
Major Languages Spoken: French, Polynesian
Country Facts
Country Name (long form): Overseas Lands of French Polynesia
Country Name (short form): French Polynesia
Country Name (local long form): Pays d'outre-mer de la Polynesie Francaise
Country Name (local short form): Polynesie Francaise
Name of Capital: Papeete
UTC Time Difference (from capital): UTC-10 (5 hours behind Washington, DC during Standard Time)
Countries Near by, and Bordering French Polynesia: Cook Islands
Land Area: 3660 sq km
Water Area: 507 sq km
Comparative Area: slightly less than one-third the size of Connecticut
Coastline: 2,525 km
National Holiday: Bastille Day, 14 July (1789)
International Phone Code: 689
Currency Code: Comptoirs Francais du Pacifique franc (XPF)
Internet Country Code: .pf
US Embassy Location: none (overseas lands of France)
US Embassy Mailing Address: none
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