According to ALLCITYCODES.COM, the area code of Fiji is 679. Fiji is an archipelago of 333 islands located in the South Pacific Ocean and is part of the Melanesian subregion. Its population is estimated to be around 900,000 people, with most living on the two main islands Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. The capital city is Suva and the official language is English. The climate in Fiji ranges from tropical in its lowlands to temperate in its higher elevations with temperatures ranging anywhere between 10°C and 30°C. Agriculture plays an important role in the Fijian economy with sugarcane being its main export crop followed by copra, coconut oil, rice, cassava, sweet potatoes and timber. Fishing is also a major economic activity for many coastal communities. Tourism has become increasingly popular over recent years as visitors come to explore its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage including ancient temples, traditional villages and pristine beaches. In recent years, Fiji has been investing heavily into renewable energy sources such as solar power to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and help protect its environment for future generations. The government has also taken steps to improve access to healthcare and education for all citizens so that everyone can benefit from these essential services regardless of their background or economic status. Fiji is a unitary parliamentary republic with a multi-party system. The Prime Minister is the head of government, and the President is the head of state. The judiciary is independent of the executive and legislature. The unicameral Parliament of Fiji consists of 50 members, elected for four-year terms by universal suffrage. As of 2019, Frank Bainimarama has been Prime Minister since 2007, when he became leader of the military government after leading a coup d’état in 2006. He was re-elected in 2014 and 2018 as leader of his FijiFirst party, which won majority support in both elections. Since then he has worked to improve relations between Fiji’s various ethnic groups and promote economic growth. PROEXCHANGERATES: Features public policy of Fiji.
