How many islands in Indonesia are uninhabited?
There are over 17,000 islands that are officially part of Indonesia – many are uninhabited, remote and do not even have a name.
Why does Indonesia have so many islands?
Indonesia has so many islands it has never been able to fully count or name them. A 1996 law estimated the number of islands in the world’s biggest archipelago at 17,508.
What countries are included in Indonesia?
The country’s capital, Jakarta, is the world’s second-most populous urban area. Indonesia shares land borders with Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and the eastern part of Malaysia.
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Indonesia.
| Republic of Indonesia Republik Indonesia (Indonesian) | |
|---|---|
| Regional languages | Over 700 languages |
| Ethnic groups | Over 1,300 ethnic groups |
What is the largest Indonesian island?
The largest islands are Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan (Indonesian Borneo), Sulawesi, and the Indonesian part of New Guinea (known as Papua or Irian Jaya).
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Facts & Figures.
| Location | : | Southeastern Asia, archipelago between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean |
|---|---|---|
| Capital City | : | Jakarta |
| Official Language | Bahasa Indonesia |
Is Indonesia a third world country?
However, none of these nations would be considered Third World under the modern definition—they’re all too prosperous.
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Third World Countries 2021.
| Country | Human Development Index | 2021 Population |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 0.694 | 276,361,783 |
| Vietnam | 0.694 | 98,168,833 |
| Egypt | 0.696 | 104,258,327 |
| Philippines | 0.699 | 111,046,913 |
Is Thailand a part of Indonesia?
Indonesia and Thailand have officially established diplomatic ties on 7 March 1950. The two countries have since enjoyed a cordial bilateral relationship.
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Country comparison.
| Indonesia | Thailand | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 255,461,700 | 67,091,120 |
| Area | 1,904,569 km2 (735,358 sq mi) | 513,120 km2 (198,115 sq mi ) |