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Indian Prime Minister to Visit Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand
The Indian Prime Minister is scheduled to visit Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand next week. The news brief also lists key geographical and physical features of New Zealand, including its location, islands, capital, and major natural features.
New Zealand:
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Regional classification | New Zealand is an island country and is one of the many islands that make up Oceania. |
| Location | New Zealand is located in the South Pacific Ocean, to the southeast of Australia, south of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga Islands. |
| Main islands and separation | New Zealand is primarily divided into two main islands, the North Island and the South Island, separated by the Cook Strait. |
| Capital city | The capital city of New Zealand is Wellington. |
| Seismic and volcanic setting | New Zealand is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, the circum-Pacific seismic belt marked by frequent earthquakes and considerable volcanic activity. |
| Climate | New Zealand’s climate varies from warm subtropical in the far north to cool temperate climates in the far south. |
| Highest peak | Mount Cook, at 12,316 feet, is the highest peak of New Zealand. |
| Active volcano | Mount Ruapehu is an active volcano in New Zealand. |
| Largest glacier | Tasman Glacier is the largest glacier in New Zealand. |
| Largest natural lake | Lake Taupō is the largest natural lake in New Zealand. |
| Natural resources | New Zealand comprises natural resources such as gold, silver, iron sands, phosphate, and limestone. |