Tag Archives: Asia Natural Conservation

System of government: Chinese territory under Portuguese administration Capital: Macao (Macau) Location: On southern coast of China, about 60 km from Hong Kong; Macau consists of the Macau Peninsula and the islands of Taipa and Coloane Area: 16 sq km National composition: Chinese, Portuguese Official language: Portuguese Currency: Pataca = 100 avos The economy of Macau depends on entrepot trade …

System of government: Australian Overseas Territory Capital: Administrative centre on West Island Location: Two atolls consisting of 27 coral islands in the Indian Ocean south-west of Sumatra Area: 14 sq km National composition: Malays and Europeans The chief product of this small Australian territory is copra. The airstrip on West Island is a refueling base for flights between Australia and …