Kiribati’s economy is small and reliant on fishing, remittances, and foreign aid. Limited natural resources and geographic isolation constrain growth. Government policies focus on sustainability and climate resilience, with an emphasis on marine resource management. Regulatory frameworks are underdeveloped due to administrative capacity constraints. Society is closely knit but faces high unemployment and outmigration. Education access is good but struggles with resource limitations. Climate change, particularly rising sea levels, poses existential risks to infrastructure and livelihoods. Healthcare services are basic, with reliance on international aid for advanced care.
