Six secrets of Vanuatu — one of the happiest countries in the world
Sep 30, 2022
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Back in 2016, the tiny island country of Vanuatu became the fourth happiest state on the planet according to the Happy Planet Index created by the New Economics Foundation. The rating assesses the nations by the GDP level, the environment condition, the potential human index, and the general welfare of the inhabitants.Why is Vanuatu such a happy place, even now amid economic crises and a raging pandemic? The Migronis experts have figured it out.
A land of peacefulness
The population of Vanuatu speaks more than a hundred different languages and dialects, and this characteristic has never prevented the locals from understanding each other. During discussions and public gatherings, political and social conflicts have always been resolved in Vanuatu and never developed into a severe muss.
Moreover, Vanuatu does not even have its own armed forces. Only a relatively small police force protects tourists from pickpockets in most cases.
A green state
Green energy is not only about saving but also about caring for the environment. According to official figures, in 2011, 34% of all electricity in Vanuatu was generated by renewable energy sources. And by 2030, the country is going to switch to wind, hydro and solar electric plants completely.
Honoring traditions
Most of the islands in this country are still inhabited by almost primitive tribes. They do not need documents or money. They do not know calendars and telephones. They can easily do without even clothes. 5% of the local population still professes the famous cargo cult.
It is worth moving away from the main airport for a couple of miles, and these islands can trace you back to the distant past — five or six thousand years ago. And watching a shamanic ritual in one of the settlements, you will never believe that Vanuatu's capital is entirely modern and civilized and only half an hour away.
Great climate
Vanuatu is a country in Oceania and has an equatorial climate. As a result, even during the winter months, the air here does not get colder than 18C. At the same time, in summer, the locals do not complain of the enormous heat — the temperature usually does not rise above 30C. But note that in the capital, Port Vila, humidity even in the dry season reaches 70%, and during the rainy season, this index is up to 90%.
A reserve country
There are 106 protected territories in Vanuatu. And also, a huge national park is the real pride of the country. 120 species of different birds are officially registered here. And transborder divers are attracted by coral reefs and depression at the bottom of the ocean, the depth of which is eight kilometers.
Happily despite everything
Vanuatu is one of the poorest countries in the world. The country stands on an active volcano. Many locals are not literate and obey the leaders and shamans.
But all this does not prevent Vanuatu from being one of the happiest states on Earth. Once, Vanuatu received the highest rating in the Happy Planet Index (outside of the Americas).
Life in Vanuatu
You can move to one of the happiest countries in the world now. It is possible due to the Citizenship-by-Investment program in Vanuatu. You can get a Vanuatu passport from 1.5 months in exchange for investment in the local economy of at least $130,000. Learn more about ways of obtaining Vanuatu citizenship and get free one-on-one advice from immigration law experts at Migronis.com.