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Oceania
Oceania contains 27 country and territory records across 4 atlas subregions.
Regional context
Understanding Oceania
Oceania is the smallest region by land area, centred on Australia and New Zealand and encompassing the thousands of islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia scattered across the Pacific Ocean. It is a region of extraordinary natural beauty, deep Indigenous heritage and unique wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.
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Oceania: Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries and territories are in Oceania?
Oceania comprises 27 countries and territories.
What are the subregions of Oceania?
Oceania is divided into 4 subregions: Australia and New Zealand, Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.