Roughly 40% of the national flock are on West Falkland and 60% on East Falkland. [48], Simmering tensions between the UK and Argentina increased during the second half of the century, when Argentine President Juan Pern asserted sovereignty over the archipelago. [29], Thereafter the archipelago was visited only by fishing ships; its political status was undisputed until 1820, when Colonel David Jewett, an American privateer working for the United Provinces of the Ro de la Plata, informed anchored ships about Buenos Aires' 1816 claim to Spain's territories in the South Atlantic. 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[105] Variability of daily weather is typical throughout the archipelago. [151], Education in the Falkland Islands, which follows England's system, is free and compulsory for residents aged between 5 and 16 years. [112], The economy of the Falkland Islands is ranked the 222nd largest out of 229 in the world by GDP (PPP), but ranks 5th worldwide by GDP (PPP) per capita. [104] The Falklands consists of continental crust fragments resulting from the break-up of Gondwana and the opening of the South Atlantic that began 130million years ago. Diplomatic disputes with Argentina disrupted tourism slightly in 2004. The economy was formerly based on agriculture, mainly sheep farming, but fishing and tourism currently comprise the bulk of economic activity. Falkland Islands in depth country profile. [see also: Distribution of family income - Gini index country ranks ], Budget: Controversy exists over the Falklands' discovery and subsequent colonisation by Europeans. [22], The Falklands remained uninhabited until the 1764 establishment of Port Louis on East Falkland by French captain Louis Antoine de Bougainville and the 1766 foundation of Port Egmont on Saunders Island by British captain John MacBride. [8] Desire Petroleum and Rockhopper Exploration began drilling for oil in the vicinity of the Falklands in the first half of 2010, sparking strong protest from the Argentine government. [118] Endemic fish around the islands are primarily from the genus Galaxias. the Falkland Islands population is equivalent to 4.0E-5% of the total world population. [74], Governor Alison Blake was appointed in July 2022[75] and Chief Executive Andy Keeling was appointed in April 2021. ), number of registered air carriers: 1 (2020)inventory of registered aircraft operated by air carriers: 5, total: 22,438 to 3,047 m: 1914 to 1,523 m: 1 (2021), total: 440 km (2008)paved: 50 km (2008)unpaved: 390 km (2008), total: 2by type: general cargo 1, other 1 (2021), defense is the responsibility of the UK, which maintains about 1,200 troops on the islands, Argentina, which claims the islands in its constitution and briefly occupied them by force in 1982, agreed in 1995 to no longer seek settlement by force; UK continues to reject Argentine requests for sovereignty talks, about Photos of Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), total population growth rate v. urban population growth rate, 2000-2030, Children under the age of 5 years underweight, Gini Index coefficient - distribution of family income, Household income or consumption by percentage share, Civil aircraft registration country code prefix, Center for the Study of Intelligence (CSI). A 1995 agreement between the UK and Argentina had set the terms for exploitation of offshore resources including oil reserves as geological surveys had shown there might be up to 60 billion barrels (9.5 billion cubic metres) of oil under the seabed surrounding the islands. )note: sex ratio is somewhat skewed by the high proportion of males at the Royal Air Force station, Mount Pleasant Airport (MPA); excluding MPA, the sex ratio of the total population would be 1.04, total population: 77.9male: 75.6female: (2017 est.) Falkland coins are produced in the United Kingdom; coins are identical in size to the United Kingdom currency but with local designs on the reverse. Economic summary: GDP/PPP (2007 est. In 2006, a Spanish vessel on an exploratory trawl found commercial quantities of grenadiers (Macrourus spp., Coelorhynchus spp.) [see also: Labor force - by occupation - services country ranks ], Unemployment rate: ), fodder and vegetable crops; venison, sheep, dairy products; fish, squid, agriculture: 41%industry: 24.5%services: 34.5% (2015 est. ), 46,000 metric tonnes of CO2 (2019 est. [see also: Debt - external country ranks ], Stock of direct foreign investment - at home: [139] The Falkland-born population are also descended from English and French people, Gibraltarians, Scandinavians, and South Americans. The Falkland Islands economy has performed well in recent years, outstripping OECD averages, and driven largely by revenues from our fisheries and offshore oil exploration. The Falkland Islands' fishing waters form part of the 2.7 million square kilometre Patagonian Shelf large marine ecosystem and are located on a spur from the Patagonian Continental Shelf. (2014 est. There is no unemployment on the islands; in fact there is a labor shortage. Falkland Islands: Economy. and Long. The capital and major town is Stanley, on East . [156], Lat. The main reason is the tariffs that are now due for imports from the British overseas territory in the South Atlantic, as the government in Stanley told the dpa news agency: "As things stand at the moment, there are no advantages for the Falkland Islands with Brexit. [120] Introduced species include reindeer, hares, rabbits, Patagonian foxes, brown rats, and cats. After 1870 it declined as the replacement of sail ships by steamships was accelerated by the low cost of coal in South America; by 1914, with the opening of the Panama Canal, the trade effectively ended. [60] In April 1982 the Falklands War began when Argentine military forces invaded the Falklands and other British territories in the South Atlantic, briefly occupying them until a UK expeditionary force retook the territories in June. Read more about this topic: Falkland Islands, The basis of political economy is non-interference. In 1976, Lord Shackleton produced a report into the economic future of the islands; but his recommendations were not implemented because Britain sought to avoid confronting Argentina over sovereignty. Exports for 2019 totalled 234m, thereby comfortably exceeding the value of imports for the same year (73.1m). [102] The islands are predominantly mountainous and hilly,[103] with the major exception being the depressed plains of Lafonia (a peninsula forming the southern part of East Falkland). (2014 est.) The total contribution of tourism to the Islands' is expected to reach 5.4 million in 2010. The economy was formerly based on agriculture, mainly sheep farming, but fishing and tourism currently comprise the bulk of economic activity. [79][needs update] The first three turbines resulted in a 20% reduction in the Stanley power station's fuel consumption and it was hoped that the second set of three turbines would double this figure. The major trading partners are the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Japan. The Falkland Islands economy relied mainly on sheep farming from the 1870s to 1980. )crude oil and lease condensate imports: 0 bbl/day (2018 est. [65], Based on Lord Shackleton's recommendations, the Falklands diversified from a sheep-based monoculture into an economy of tourism and, with the establishment of the Falklands exclusive economic zone, fisheries. For other uses, see, British Overseas Territory in United Kingdom, Articles relating to the Falkland Islands, Countries, territories and dependencies of the, Outlying territories of European countries, According to researcher Simon Taylor, the exact Gaelic etymology is unclear as the "falk" in the name could have stood for "hidden" (, Based on his analysis of Falkland Islands discovery claims, historian, In 1764, Bougainville claimed the islands in the name of. ): Real growth rate: n.a. The wells will be arranged in clusters of 6 wells per drill centre. [114] The Falklands' flora consists of 163 native vascular species. An agreement signed in 1995 with Argentina had set the terms for exploitation of offshore resources including large oil reserves[56] as it was thought that there might be up to 60 billion barrels (9.5km3) of oil under the sea bed surrounding the islands. [42][H] The British troops departed after completing their mission, leaving the area without formal government. )solar: 0% of total installed capacity (2020 est. [5] In 2007, Argentina withdrew[6] from a 1995 agreement[7] that set terms for exploitation of offshore resources. The Falkland Islands, a long standing source of historical tensions between Argentina and the international community, are once again poised to be the centre of disputes, owing to Argentina's growing economic troubles. [67] Landmine clearance work restarted in 2009, in accordance with the UK's obligations under the Ottawa Treaty, and Sapper Hill Corral was cleared of mines in 2012, allowing access to an important historical landmark for the first time in 30 years. )country comparison to the world (CIA rank, may be based on non-current data): (FY09/10) [66] In February 2011 Rockhopper Exploration commenced an appraisal programme of the Sea-Lion discovery. The common Spanish name for the archipelago, Islas Malvinas, derives from the French les Malouinesthe name given to the islands by French explorer Louis-Antoine de Bougainville in 1764. 1.4% [146], The Falkland Islands have a low population density. A significant number of the fish that are taken are migratory with the spawning grounds and feeding grounds of some species being highly dependent on the water temperature. 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Sheep on the Falkland islands. [103] Although numerous storms are recorded each month, conditions are normally calm. It then diversified and now has income from tourism, commercial fishing, and servicing the fishing industry as well as agriculture. Major economic activities include fishing, tourism and sheep farming, with an emphasis on high-quality wool exports. [80] The islands' judicial system, overseen by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, is largely based on English law,[81] and the constitution binds the territory to the principles of the European Convention on Human Rights. In 1986 the Falklands opened up their fishing industry to outsiders with the declaration of a 160-nautical-mile (300km; 180mi) radius Fisheries Conservation & Management Zone centered on the Falkland Sound. NOTE: 1) The information regarding Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) on this page is re-published from the 2020 World Fact Book of the United States Central Intelligence Agency and other sources. The Falkland Islands are a small group of islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, approximately 300 miles east of the Argentinian coast. )0.6542 (2016 est. It was a textbook example of a limited war_limited in time, in location, in objectives and in means. ), general assessment: the replacement of the rural internet and phone system was delayed due to COVID; upgrades started at the end of 2019, this included the replacement of all Multi Service Access Nodes (MSANs), the technology used to connect larger settlements; in early 2020 a new system to replace the WiMAX system (the technology used to connect smaller settlements and households) had been delayed as well due to COVID-19; once the equipment is received it will be installed in the largest base stations on East Falklands: Malo, Bombilla, and Mt Pleasant peakWe also have MSAN equipment and radio links due to arrive towards the end of this month, and these and will be installed at Chartres, New Island, Sea Lion Island, Onion Range, Sand Bay, and Mare Harbour enabling us to migrate additional customers from the existing WiMAX network and also releasing equipment for spares. (2020)domestic: fixed-line subscriptions approximately 65 per 100, 163 per 100 for mobile-cellular (2019)international: country code - 500; satellite earth station - 1 Intelsat (Atlantic Ocean) with links through London to other countries (2015), TV service provided by a multi-channel service provider; radio services provided by the public broadcaster, Falkland Islands Radio Service, broadcasting on both AM and FM frequencies, and by the British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS) (2007), total: 3,343 (2019 est. Overview In 2020 Falkland Islands was the number 169 economy in the world in terms of total exports and the number 208 in total imports. Since then the islands have issued their own stamps, which are a source of revenue from overseas collectors. (2013 est.). Ecotourism is a rapidly growing industry currently and has become a forefront contributor to the economy. The Falklands Islands war is seen by many in international relations as an anomaly that is unlikely to happen again. The abattoir received export accreditation in December 2002 and began exporting meat in May 2003. [see also: Household income or consumption by percentage share - highest 10% country ranks ], Distribution of family income - Gini index: 91 [63] Due to the large number of deminer casualties, initial attempts to clear the mines ceased in 1983. At the same time that the FOCZ was declared, the Argentine declared its 200-nautical-mile Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and together with the British Government (acting on behalf of the Falkland Islands) set up the South Atlantic Fisheries Commission (SAFC) to coordinate the management of fishing stocks in the area.[32]. 0.6542 The economy of the Falkland Islands was changed forever after the liberation from Argentine occupation, as the now necessary military presence of British troops needed heavy investment (especially a large airport). Due to the difficult climatic conditions of the southern seas exploitation will be difficult, though economically viable; the continuing sovereignty dispute with Argentina is also hampering progress. [114] The Falklands are treeless and have a wind-resistant vegetation predominantly composed of a variety of dwarf shrubs. 25.5% )refined petroleum consumption: 300 bbl/day (2019 est. In 2019, Falkland Islands was ranked 173rd in global exports, exporting a total of $306 million USD worth of products. [144] Wagstaff describes local cuisine as "very British in character with much use made of the homegrown vegetables, local lamb, mutton, beef, and fish". [33], Tourism is the second-largest part of the economy. [52] The cruise industry is expecting passenger numbers to decline from 39,500 in 20132014 to 34,000 for 20142015. 5142S 5751W / 51.700S 57.850W / -51.700; -57.850 (Stanley), "Falklands" and "Malvinas" redirect here. Coins and banknotes may only be issued by the Falkland Islands Government with the authorisation of the British Government. Care was taken when it came to the treatment of civilians and prisoners and only in the later stages did noncombatants get . 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Trade. The War of the Falkland Islands began with a successful invasion by Argentine forces on April 2, 1982, and ended with their surrender to British forces ten weeks later. [47] Early in its history Stanley had a negative reputation due to cargo-shipping losses; only in emergencies would ships rounding Cape Horn stop at the port. The Falkland Islands (also known as Malvinas) are a United Kingdom ' s Overseas Territory that the British have continuously controlled since 1833. [90][91][92] The incident of 1833 is particularly contentious; Argentina considers it proof of "Britain's usurpation" whereas the UK discounts it as a mere reassertion of its claim. These license fees net more than $40 million per year, which help support the island's health, education, and welfare system. 17.67 million kWh (2016 est. ), Installed nameplate capacity of electric generation, The Falkland Islands do not have a central bank but the Standard Chartered Bank has a single branch in Stanley that offers retail, commercial and wholesale banking facilities.[13]. The Patagonian squid, unlike the Illex, remain in Falkland Island waters all year and are concentrated in the Loloigo boxan area within the Falklands Plateau to the east and south-east of the islands and are harvested during both the austral spring and autumn. miles) In 1993, the British Geological Survey announced a 200-mile oil exploration zone around the islands, and early seismic surveys suggest substantial reserves capable of producing 500,000 barrels per day. )consumption: 0 metric tons (2020 est. highest 10%: The 2016 census indicated that 43% of residents were born on the archipelago, with foreign-born residents assimilated into local culture. In May 2010 the first commercial oil discovery was made, signaling the potential for the development of a long term hydrocarbon industry in the Falkland Islands. services: 34.5% The Falkland Islands use the Falkland pound, which is backed by the British pound. [123] Development projects in education and sports have been funded by the Falklands government, without aid from the United Kingdom. [116] The islands' only native terrestrial mammal, the warrah, was hunted to extinction by European settlers. The population (3,662 inhabitants in 2021)[1] is primarily native-born Falkland Islanders, the majority of British descent. Key revenue streams include income from the fisheries sector, tourism, agriculture, and the retail and service sectors plus income from the investment of Government reserves and pension funds. NA [144] According to naturalist Will Wagstaff, "the Falkland Islands are a very social place, and stopping for a chat is a way of life". [72], The production site will require approximately 110 people working offshore and another 40 working onshore. Economy of the Falkland Islands The economy of the Falkland Islands, which first involved sealing, whaling and provisioning ships, became heavily dependent on sheep farming from the 1870s to 1980. [70] )-20.4% (2013 est. )hydroelectricity: 0% of total installed capacity (2020 est. )proven reserves: 0 metric tons (2019 est. Britain. Students aged 16 or older may study at colleges in England for their GCE Advanced Level or vocational qualifications. )tide and wave: 0% of total installed capacity (2020 est. 79.6, improved: urban: 100% of populationrural: 78.2% of populationtotal: 95.3% of populationunimproved: urban: 0% of populationrural: 21.8% of populationtotal: 4.7% of population (2020), improved: urban: 100% of populationrural: 100% of populationtotal: 100% of populationunimproved: urban: 0% of populationrural: 0% of populationtotal: 0% of population (2020), overfishing by unlicensed vessels is a problem; reindeer - introduced to the islands in 2001 from South Georgia - are part of a farming effort to produce specialty meat and diversify the islands' economy; this is the only commercial reindeer herd in the world unaffected by the 1986 Chornobyl disaster; grazing threatens important habitats including tussac grass and its ecosystem with penguins and sea lions; soil erosion from fires, conventional long form: noneconventional short form: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)etymology: the archipelago takes its name from the Falkland Sound, the strait separating the two main islands; the channel itself was named after the Viscount of FALKLAND, who sponsored an expedition to the islands in 1690; the Spanish name for the archipelago derives from the French "Iles Malouines," the name applied to the islands by French explorer Louis-Antoine de BOUGAINVILLE in 1764, parliamentary democracy (Legislative Assembly); self-governing overseas territory of the UK, overseas territory of the UK; also claimed by Argentina, name: Stanleygeographic coordinates: 51 42 S, 57 51 Wtime difference: UTC-4 (1 hour ahead of Washington, DC, during Standard Time)etymology: named after Edward SMITH-STANLEY (1799-1869), the 14th Earl of Derby, a British statesman and three-time prime minister of the UK who never visited the islands, none (overseas territory of the UK; also claimed by Argentina), history: previous 1985; latest entered into force 1 January 2009 (The Falkland Islands Constitution Order 2008), chief of state: King CHARLES III (since 8 September 2022); represented by Governor Alison BLAKE (since 23 July 2022)head of government: Chief Executive Andy KEELING (since April 2021)cabinet: Executive Council elected by the Legislative Councilelections/appointments: the monarchy is hereditary; governor appointed by the monarch; chief executive appointed by the governor, description: unicameral Legislative Assembly, formerly the Legislative Council (10 seats; 5 members directly elected in the Stanley constituency and 3 members in the Camp constituency by simple majority vote, 2 appointed non-voting ex-officio members - the chief executive, appointed by the governor, and the financial secretary; members serve 4-year terms); note - several previous referendums - the latest in September 2020 - on whether to merge the Stanley and Camp constituencies into a single islands wide constituency, failedelections: last held on 4 November 2021 (next to be held in November 2025)election results: percent of vote - NA; seats - independent 8; composition of elected members -men 6, women 2, percent of women 25%, highest court(s): Court of Appeal (consists of the court president, the chief justice as an ex officio non-resident member, and 2 justices of appeal); Supreme Court (consists of the chief justice); note - appeals beyond the Court of Appeal are referred to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (in London)judge selection and term of office: chief justice, court of appeal president, and justices appointed by the governor; tenure specified in each justice's instrument of appointmentsubordinate courts: Magistrate's Court (senior magistrate presides over civil and criminal divisions); Court of Summary Jurisdiction, embassy: none (overseas territory of the UK; also claimed by Argentina), blue with the flag of the UK in the upper hoist-side quadrant and the Falkland Island coat of arms centered on the outer half of the flag; the coat of arms contains a white ram (sheep raising was once the major economic activity) above the sailing ship Desire (whose crew discovered the islands) with a scroll at the bottom bearing the motto DESIRE THE RIGHT, name: "Song of the Falklands"lyrics/music: Christopher LANHAMnote: adopted 1930s; the song is the local unofficial anthem; as a territory of the United Kingdom, "God Save the King" is official (see United Kingdom). 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