I've Already Been to Australia
The reason that I chose Australia is because of how unique the country is. The continent that it's on is named after the country. It has rain forests and deserts on the same country. It's food is varied from seafood to meat that is found on land. Also like many other countries it was once a colony of Great Britain.
Currently there are no travel warnings for Australia. That is most likely because Australia is a more developed country and one of the most wealthiest in the world. It also has the 12th largest economy in the world and the world's fifth highest per capita income. Along with having the world's 13th largest military, they have the second highest human development index globally. Australia is also part of many organizations throughout the world.
The current currency exchange rate from a US dollar to an Australian dollar is 1 to 1.33. That means that much of the product there costs a lot more than the food in the US. Even their minimum wage there pays more than other countries. A recommendation that I have, if you do travel there, is that you contact any family that are in Australia. That way when they take you out for dinner, they will have to pay. Much of the food there is expensive and they can probably afford it anyways.
This being my second time traveling to Australia I already know what to pack. You should pack just shorts and t shirts. Most of the time the weather there is humid and hot so a water bottle would be recommended. Although it is usually hot, packing some jeans and a jacket isn't out of question. Occasionally it gets chilly and you don't want to be wearing shorts and a t shirt then.
Day 1
My first stop was Sydney and it was great being back. My dad has some family here so it wasn't like we were traveling by ourselves. I took my own advice and every time that we went to dinner I would let them pay. I traveled throughout Sydney going to the Opera House and much of Chinatown. At the time that I had gotten to the Opera House it was dark. That wasn't much of a problem because it looked much better at night. Because it was such a huge tourist spot there were a bunch of people pushing each other around. That was my only day in Sydney
Day 2
My second stop was Melbourne. Its the most populous city in Australia. The traffic there was terrible as soon as I got off my flight. It took forever to call a taxi because of the amount of people there. After that It took about an hour to get my rental car and head to my hotel. The next day I decided it would be much quicker to walk everywhere. I was wrong. During the day time there aren't many people driving around because most of them are at work. My second stop wasn't exactly the best experience that I could've had.
Currently there are no travel warnings for Australia. That is most likely because Australia is a more developed country and one of the most wealthiest in the world. It also has the 12th largest economy in the world and the world's fifth highest per capita income. Along with having the world's 13th largest military, they have the second highest human development index globally. Australia is also part of many organizations throughout the world.
The current currency exchange rate from a US dollar to an Australian dollar is 1 to 1.33. That means that much of the product there costs a lot more than the food in the US. Even their minimum wage there pays more than other countries. A recommendation that I have, if you do travel there, is that you contact any family that are in Australia. That way when they take you out for dinner, they will have to pay. Much of the food there is expensive and they can probably afford it anyways.
This being my second time traveling to Australia I already know what to pack. You should pack just shorts and t shirts. Most of the time the weather there is humid and hot so a water bottle would be recommended. Although it is usually hot, packing some jeans and a jacket isn't out of question. Occasionally it gets chilly and you don't want to be wearing shorts and a t shirt then.
Alex at the Sydney Opera House (Cameron's holding the camera)
Day 1
My first stop was Sydney and it was great being back. My dad has some family here so it wasn't like we were traveling by ourselves. I took my own advice and every time that we went to dinner I would let them pay. I traveled throughout Sydney going to the Opera House and much of Chinatown. At the time that I had gotten to the Opera House it was dark. That wasn't much of a problem because it looked much better at night. Because it was such a huge tourist spot there were a bunch of people pushing each other around. That was my only day in Sydney
Day 2
My second stop was Melbourne. Its the most populous city in Australia. The traffic there was terrible as soon as I got off my flight. It took forever to call a taxi because of the amount of people there. After that It took about an hour to get my rental car and head to my hotel. The next day I decided it would be much quicker to walk everywhere. I was wrong. During the day time there aren't many people driving around because most of them are at work. My second stop wasn't exactly the best experience that I could've had.
The Hermit Kingdom - North Korea!
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| Alex and I hanging at the local gift shop with the happiest cashier ever! |
There several reasons why people should not travel to North Korea, so why did we choose this place? The truth is, I find North Korea to be one of the most curious places on Earth. Also known as the Hermit Kingdom, they are closed off to most western countries, especially the USA. For this reason, I find the country even more fascinating. I want to go where few men have gone before. I want to know if the negative press we hear is truth or propaganda.
So how do we get there? Well, Alex and I are both of Chinese decent...maybe we can pretend to be from China. Nah, my Chinese is not fluent enough. My last name is Ho, and it can also be a Korean last name... Also a bad idea since I don't speak any Korean. We could hop the border and sneak in as Alex suggested, but I'm really not very agile. Ultimately, honesty is the best policy. We gained permission to enter North Korea by contacting a man named Alejandro, who is surprisingly a foreigner from Spain who works for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). In fact, as far as we know, he's the only foreigner working for North Korea. We informed him we were Geography students from America and National Geographic is funding our trip. After numerous calls and security checks, North Korea granted our visit. We flew to Beijing, China first and then connected to North Korea on a three hour flight. I was very excited (and nervous) to be one of the few Americans to set foot in this country. If we make it out alive, hopefully we gain some fame and recognition, but of course what's more important is that we see and learn a lot about this secret country!
Travel Warnings: The US Department of State strong warns against the travel of US citizens to North Korea. Since we're going anyway, we are being careful not to bring anything that could raise suspicion. I'm sure there will be inspections. We will also be under supervision by officers and travel guides for the extent of this journey. I believe we are not allowed to talk to people or take photos without permission. We're mentally preparing ourselves to be very cautious about what we say and do, mainly because whatever actions we take, or whatever comes out of our mouths, can potentially get us locked up in prison or worse.
What to pack: I presume customs will inspect our luggage to a certain extent, so don't pack anything that could raise suspicion. The country has four seasons as it's a mix between continental and oceanic climate. Since it's spring in Korea, I brought short-sleeved shirts but wore long pants. I also brought a jacket, just in case. You can also bring your cell phone and buy a SIM card at the airport.
Exchange rate: The current exchange rate in North Korea is 0.0011 US Dollar per one North Korean Won. Interestingly, the people of North Korea have very little need for currency because the government provides people their basic necessities, e.g., food, water, clothing, and shelter. In exchange, they demonstrate honor and loyalty to their leader and country.
Day 1: When we got off the plane, we were greeted by our guides. The airport was actually bustling with sounds of people walking with their luggage, and the occasional sound of an airplane flying over us made it seem like North Korea was not as bad as they've been depicted. I envisioned North Korea to be a cold, dismal place where citizens are oppressed. On our taxi ride, I saw several children walking happily alongside their parents. When I finally arrived at my hotel, I fell down on my bed and breathed a sigh of relief. We made it! Tomorrow is a new day.
Day 2: I wake up, and I'm ready to tour North Korea! Our first landmark was the Grand Monument on Mansu Hill in Pyonyang, the capital. The attraction is pretty much a large bronze statue of Kim Jung Il and Kim Jung Un. Right when I took out my camera and took a happy selfie of me and the statue, I regretted it. One of the officers next to me snatched my camera, but the guide told him to ease off. When I told them I will delete the picture, the officer reluctantly gave me back my camera and watched me delete the pictures. Any pictures I took from then on was done by permission only. The guide explained that the people of North Korea highly regard these statues. It seems they almost worship them.
Other than this incident, the residents and officers of the law seemed rather hospitable and friendly, but at times it definitely felt somewhat staged. I couldn't help but think they were watching over us like hawks, and we were literally accompanied every moment. Despite all this, we are still enjoying our time, and are ready to participate in more tours and attractions. Our next stop was the North Korean Worker's Party Monument which is a building featuring a hammer, sickle, and brush standing 50 meters high, and it commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Worker's Party that was erected in 1995.
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| North Korean Worker's Party Monument photos |
We then went to the south side of Pyongyang to see the Arch of Reunification which expresses the yearning to reunify North and South Korea. I learned in school at one point some South Korean people were able to cross the North Korean border to reunite with relatives, which I found very human.
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| Arch of Reunification photos |
Day 3: Today was as fun day by North Korea standards. Yeah, we still had guides and officers watching our every move, but they weren't breathing down our necks like they were yesterday. I think they genuinely love their country and want us to enjoy it too; after all, we're kids! We visited several recreational sites. We went to an outdoor skate park in Pyongyang. There were children there, who seemed just as fascinated with us as we were of them.
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| Pyongyang Skatepark |
We visited the Mansu Water Park just East of Pyongyang. It was built in 2013 and the people there seemed to be having a blast. According to our guide, the water park was built by the Korean Peoples' Army to demonstrate their service and their ability to do anything.
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| Mansu Water Park |
I even got to personally interview a man who looked to be in his twenties, after my guide granted me permission (of course). Unlike my guide, the man did not speak any English, so he translated for us. The man just finished his service for the Korean military and is currently studying at the University. When I asked what he was studying, he glanced at us reluctantly and told us he's studying to be an automobile driver. I think this means a taxi driver? I asked him what his goals and aspirations are in life. He glanced at me again hesitantly, as if he never thought about having goals and dreams, then, asserted his dream is to be an automobile driver and serve his great leader. I got the sense that he may have longed for something more...or perhaps not. Either way, it makes me feel a little sad. I just remembered the North Korean class system called Songbun, which is based on their devotion to country, and I imagine being a driver doesn't place him at the top of the VIP list.
Day 4: Today is our last day. Before leaving the country, I read there is a church in ChangChung, North Korea. This contradicts what I've heard, as we've seen reports of people being persecuted for their beliefs. I asked if I could attend service because I am Christian, but also I wanted to venture outside the capital. They spent a few hours trying to see if this could be arranged. However, they could not oblige, but I was surprised they tried or at least gave the impression that they did. According to our guide, they do have some religious institutions, such a Buddhism and Catholicism, and I was curious how a predominantly atheist country practiced these religions in institutions that were government controlled. All in all, we definitely found the country to be interesting and this visit certainly satisfied my curiosity!
Geographic Location: Korea is located next to China and they are very dependent on China for most resources. The two countries are only separated by the Yalu and Tumen Rivers. I heard people from China can actually drive to North Korea now. I also noticed many products in North Korea were imported from China, and since China is globalized, I even saw glimpses of western brands, such as a Coca-Cola refrigerator inside the arcade! I think China might be funding North Korea, not just because they are allies but because it gives them a means to control them as well. Perhaps it is Korea's ticket to furthering their industrialization.
Other observations: I got a taste of the authentic foods of North Korea at Pyongyang Restaurant. The food consists of rice, some marinated meat, and lots of sides mostly consisting of pickled vegetables. People in North Korea never intentionally miss a meal. Between landmarks, we also checked out an arcade, we got ice cream from an ice cream stand, and visited local shops where there were few customers. In fact, most were tourists. I bought a load of souvenirs, mostly figurines, inexpensive jewelry, and other knick-knacks for my family and friends.
Spiritual Journey in India
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| Alex and I at the Akshardham Hindu Temple |
Why go to India? Why not??? India is a spiritual place packed with rich culture, Bollywood, and exotic food! Going to India also gives us the privilege of observing the daily lives of Indian residents. Their are many famous landmarks that I would love to visit for the first time, such as the Taj Mahal in the city of Agra. New Delhi, the capital of India, is one of the most historic capitals in the world.
What to pack: India climate ranges from tropical (hot and humid) to cooler temperatures in the North. I heard first-hand from some of my friends that India is super hot and humid now, so I packed short sleeved everything and my crocs. I am also travelling light because I expect to do a lot of walking.
Current exchange rate: 1 Indian Rupee is 0.015014 of an American Dollar
Travel warnings: The Embassy of New Delhi has reported civil unrest in Jammu and Kashmir. Separatist groups called for a shutdown and curfew restrictions across Kashmir. Yikes! We don't plan on going there, so hopefully we're in a safe zone. Just a general precaution, they don't have the best water purification systems so have bottled water handy for drinking, brushing your teeth, and keeping your mouth closed while showering.
Day 1: The New Delhi airport was bustling with commotion. Alex and I exchanged some US dollars for currency, but most places take credit cards as well. I found my taxi driver and he drove us to the hotel. On my way to the hotel, the streets were lively and crowded with people. Amidst all the traffic congestion, an occasional cow would cross the road and the street essentially becomes a parking lot with motorcycles that continue to maneuver between cars. It seemed as if the whole city has convened in one place, but essentially it's crammed like this almost everywhere in the city! The taxi driver does have some mad driving skills though! We arrived at the hotel safe and sound, and right when I opened the cab door, a rush of hot, humid air smothered me. In minutes, I was already sweating through my shirt, my skin was sticky. It was difficult for me to breath at first, but I managed to overcome it.
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| Crowded streets of New Delhi |
I still wonder how these giant crowds of people survive shoulder to shoulder in this climate. I checked into my room, turned on the AC, and slumped into my hotel bed.
Between the heat and jet lag, I'm exhausted. The cool air wafting from the AC is gradually bringing me back to life. I threw my luggage aside, set up my laptop (yay WiFi!), and slithered into the comfort of the hotel bed. A typical 4-star hotel in India may not follow the same standard as a 4-star hotel in the US, but I've got everything I need, and I'm just as grateful. Tomorrow is a new day!
Swaminarayan Akshardham
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| Swaminarayan Akshardham ** can you see me??** :) |
Day 2: I wake up, ready to face whatever this day may bring. I stuffed my cargo shorts with as many water bottles as possible and strapped my camera around my neck. As soon as I stepped out of the hotel, I felt as if all my energy was being drained out of my body due to heat. I couldn't do anything about the climate, so I held my head up high and boarded the train to my first destination: Swaminarayan Akshardham which translates to the divine home of God. The ride was about 30 minutes. Akshardham is breathtaking! It is a Hindu temple and despite the grandeur and ornate carvings, there's something naturally pure and holy about this place. It was an amazing cultural experience.
After a healthy walk accoss the grounds of Akshardham, Alex and I decided to head back to the city and find a place to eat. In India, there are few places that serve meat due to the Hindu religion, and I'm not exactly a veggie lover. I didn't want to visit Domino's or McDonalds when I can get those in the US, so we decided on Barbeque Nation which has very good ratings. They have all sorts of grilled kabobs! We found it very affordable - cheaper and better than Masala Wok in Plano! Afterwards, we went to a mall, and you know what that means! AIR CONDITIONING! After we finished eating our meal, we walked through the mall and bought some colorful, hand-made souvenirs.
After a day of excitement, I retreated to the comfort of my hotel room. I took a refreshing shower and then snuggled back into my bed.
Day 3: Our taxi reached a city called Agra. We're here to see the most famous landmark in India; the Taj Mahal! Time for a little history lesson: Mumtaz Mahal was married to Shah Jehan (then Prince Khurram), the fifth Mughal emperor. Although this was his second marriage, they both truly loved each other. She inspired him to do kind acts of charity and show benevolence towards the weak and the needy. She had fourteen children for him and sadly died in 1630. The Taj Mahal in Agra was built in her memory. We leave first thing in the morning. I wish I had more time to visit more places. Goodbye for now India!
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| Taj Mahal! |
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| What's better than Taj Mahal? Bollywood AND Taj Mahal! |
Other observations: Overall, this trip was outstanding and I now have a better understanding of the Indian culture. India is very globalized. They are rich in natural resources. Though there is a noticeable wealth gap, their people are well-educated which positions them as good trade partners with many eastern and western countries. China and India are also neighbors, separated by the Himalayan Mountains, and historically the Silk Road also offered a trade route between India and China.
I know I whined about the heat, but the weather does seem to play a role in the spiritual essence of this place. At some points, it's so hot, I got dizzy and my sweating might have drained out some toxins from body. In a strange sense it was purifying perhaps both physically and spiritually.
Let me into of Syria!
The reason for me choosing Syria, even though it is currently one of the most dangerous countries in the world, is because there is currently still so much to learn and do. There are a lot of things happening there everyday that many people don't know about. You could learn and experience the ways that the government are putting down the rebels. You could go and document the ways that ISIS is quickly taking over the country. Experiencing the heat and warfare in Syria would be the dream of any vigilante travel blogger.
There are a few travel warnings put on Syria but that didn't stop me from traveling there. The warnings were set up because of the current civil war where there have been many kidnappings, bombings, murders, and terrorism acts. It is stated that no part of Syria is safe to travel and that the probability of being injured or killed there is increasing.\
The current currency exchange rate from a US dollar to Syrian Pounds is 219.86 Syrian Pounds. Currently there aren't many places to exchange money because of all the bombings and attacks from both the government and ISIS. These bombings have destroyed most of the places for that kind of transaction. On the bright side they have destroyed everything so I don't need to pay for food I only need to scavenge it.
This having been the first time that I have been to Syria I decided to pack what I felt was most appropriate. I brought a helmet used in riots; you can purchase these from you nearest local police station. The helmet is to protect your head while you travel around because you never know what is flying around in the air. Another article of clothing would be a Kevlar vest. I would recommend that you pack several of these because once a bullet hits the vest, you can't reuse it. For my shoes I packed steel tipped boots so just in case I step in something sharp, it wouldn't go through the boot. Last on the list that I brought was a gas mask. You need to make sure that it completely covers your face so that no toxins can seep in. This is for when the "president" decides to use chemical warfare against the protesters.
Day 1
My first stop in the country is in Damascus, the capital of Syria. Once I had landed the military personnel grabbed my bags and I and searched through everything. Then they shoved me into the rubble of an old apartment building and left. Once I had gathered all of my belongings I headed over to a large group of people. They were huddled around a fire pit together sharing the same food. All around us was pieces of old buildings that looked like they used to have some purpose. As I traveled through the broken down city I noticed large groups of people fleeing the direction that I was traveling. Then out of the corner of my eye I saw the most terrifying thing that I have ever seen. A map of the US with graffiti on it and behind that, a large cloud of toxic fumes. It was a good thing that I was prepared for this possibility. I took out the gas mask that I had packed away and I slipped it on. This was the last moment that I had spent in Damascus. I then traveled to the next place on my list.
Day 2
My second stop, the largest city in Syria, Aleppo was quite similar to that of Damascus. Most of the buildings were either collapsed or soon to be. What I think used to be large decorative churches where now large piles of rubble that everybody stepped on. Even the people were the same. Everybody had the same face, the face that showed that you have given up.
There are a few travel warnings put on Syria but that didn't stop me from traveling there. The warnings were set up because of the current civil war where there have been many kidnappings, bombings, murders, and terrorism acts. It is stated that no part of Syria is safe to travel and that the probability of being injured or killed there is increasing.\
The current currency exchange rate from a US dollar to Syrian Pounds is 219.86 Syrian Pounds. Currently there aren't many places to exchange money because of all the bombings and attacks from both the government and ISIS. These bombings have destroyed most of the places for that kind of transaction. On the bright side they have destroyed everything so I don't need to pay for food I only need to scavenge it.
This having been the first time that I have been to Syria I decided to pack what I felt was most appropriate. I brought a helmet used in riots; you can purchase these from you nearest local police station. The helmet is to protect your head while you travel around because you never know what is flying around in the air. Another article of clothing would be a Kevlar vest. I would recommend that you pack several of these because once a bullet hits the vest, you can't reuse it. For my shoes I packed steel tipped boots so just in case I step in something sharp, it wouldn't go through the boot. Last on the list that I brought was a gas mask. You need to make sure that it completely covers your face so that no toxins can seep in. This is for when the "president" decides to use chemical warfare against the protesters.
Day 1
My first stop in the country is in Damascus, the capital of Syria. Once I had landed the military personnel grabbed my bags and I and searched through everything. Then they shoved me into the rubble of an old apartment building and left. Once I had gathered all of my belongings I headed over to a large group of people. They were huddled around a fire pit together sharing the same food. All around us was pieces of old buildings that looked like they used to have some purpose. As I traveled through the broken down city I noticed large groups of people fleeing the direction that I was traveling. Then out of the corner of my eye I saw the most terrifying thing that I have ever seen. A map of the US with graffiti on it and behind that, a large cloud of toxic fumes. It was a good thing that I was prepared for this possibility. I took out the gas mask that I had packed away and I slipped it on. This was the last moment that I had spent in Damascus. I then traveled to the next place on my list.
Day 2
My second stop, the largest city in Syria, Aleppo was quite similar to that of Damascus. Most of the buildings were either collapsed or soon to be. What I think used to be large decorative churches where now large piles of rubble that everybody stepped on. Even the people were the same. Everybody had the same face, the face that showed that you have given up.
Works Cited
The Editors of Encyclopedia Britannica. "Taj Mahal." Encyclopedia Britannica Online. Encyclopedia Britannica, n.d. Web. 04 May 2016.
"Find the Right Trip for You." North India Tour. National Geographic, n.d. Web. 03 May 2016.
The Propaganda Game. Dir. Álvaro Longoria. Perf. Álvaro Longoria. Netflix, 2015. Documentary.
Wordpress. "North Korea Leadership Watch." Research and Analysis on the DPRK Leadership. Wordpress.com, n.d. Web. 04 May 2016.
"Find the Right Trip for You." North India Tour. National Geographic, n.d. Web. 03 May 2016.
The Propaganda Game. Dir. Álvaro Longoria. Perf. Álvaro Longoria. Netflix, 2015. Documentary.
Wordpress. "North Korea Leadership Watch." Research and Analysis on the DPRK Leadership. Wordpress.com, n.d. Web. 04 May 2016.
Compare and contrast
Australia and India
-both of the countries were once colonies of Great Britain.
-both speak English (India has several other dialect)
Government
India=Republic of India
Australia=Commonwealth of Australia
Economy
India=Open-market economy (almost)
Australia=Open-market economy
Religion
India=Hindu, Sikhs, Muslims, Christians
Australia=Christian
Similarities: -both of the countries were once colonies of Great Britain.
-both speak English (India has several other dialect)
-both economically profitable (open market)
Differences:
-India people have to pay more for health care due to form of government.
-Australia his higher life expectancy and much lower birth rate than India.
-The unemployment rate is lower in Australia
-There are less class divisions in Australia (less wealth gap)
-Crime rate is lower in Australia and less HIV
Differences:
-India people have to pay more for health care due to form of government.
-Australia his higher life expectancy and much lower birth rate than India.
-The unemployment rate is lower in Australia
-There are less class divisions in Australia (less wealth gap)
-Crime rate is lower in Australia and less HIV
Syria and North Korea
Government
Syria=Syrian Arab Republic
North Korea=Democratic People's Republic of Korea
Economy
Syria=State-owned Enterprises
North Korea=State-owned Enterprises
Religion
Syria=Sunni Muslims
North Korea=Mainly atheist, but claim small population of Buddhists and Christians
Similarities:
-both countries are controlled by one person
-both countries kill their own people
-both countries the power was passed down in the family
Differences:
-There is little to no resistance in North Korea
-Syria has a terrorist group within it
-The life expectancy rate in Syria is higher than that of North Korea
-The infant mortality rate in Syria is less than North Korea's
-Syria's GDP per capita is higher than North Korea's
Social Economic
Rank #1
Age structure: 0-14 years: 18% (male 2,075,316/female 1,969,645)
15-24 years: 13.3% (male 1,534,947/female 1,457,250)
25-54 years: 41.8% (male 4,783,473/female 4,626,603)
55-64 years: 11.8% (male 1,321,246/female 1,341,329)
65 years and over: 15.1% (male 1,569,197/female 1,828,611) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$1.489 trillion (2015 est.)
$1.454 trillion (2014 est.)
$1.56 trillion (2013 est.)
Note: More developed, healthier population index
Rank #2
Age structure: 0-14 years: 28.5% (male 187,016,401/female 165,048,695)
15-24 years: 18.1% (male 118,696,540/female 105,342,764)
25-54 years: 40.6% (male 258,202,535/female 243,293,143)
55-64 years: 7% (male 43,625,668/female 43,175,111)
65 years and over: 5.8% (male 34,133,175/female 37,810,599) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$8.027 trillion (2015 est.)
$7.484 trillion (2014 est.)
$6.976 trillion (2013 est.)
Note: Newly Industrialized, birth rate way high.
Rank #3
Age structure: 0-14 years: 33.1% (male 3,046,922/female 2,898,060)
15-24 years: 20.2% (male 1,833,802/female 1,789,854)
25-54 years: 37.9% (male 3,406,744/female 3,396,756)
55-64 years: 4.8% (male 429,644/female 440,980)
65 years and over: 3.9% (male 320,946/female 387,931) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$55.8 billion (2014 est.)
$61.9 billion (2013 est.)
$97.5 billion (2012 est.)
Note: Newly Industrialized -> Less developed. Economy deteriorated due to war.
Rank #4
Age structure: 0-14 years: 21.5% (male 2,709,580/female 2,628,456)
15-24 years: 16.3% (male 2,041,861/female 1,997,413)
25-54 years: 44% (male 5,465,889/female 5,456,850)
55-64 years: 8.6% (male 1,007,667/female 1,127,455)
65 years and over: 9.7% (male 826,175/female 1,590,281) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$40 billion (2013 est.)
$40 billion (2012 est.)
$40 billion (2011 est.)
Note: Less Developed. They don't publish reliable income information.
Age structure: 0-14 years: 18% (male 2,075,316/female 1,969,645)
15-24 years: 13.3% (male 1,534,947/female 1,457,250)
25-54 years: 41.8% (male 4,783,473/female 4,626,603)
55-64 years: 11.8% (male 1,321,246/female 1,341,329)
65 years and over: 15.1% (male 1,569,197/female 1,828,611) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$1.489 trillion (2015 est.)
$1.454 trillion (2014 est.)
$1.56 trillion (2013 est.)
Note: More developed, healthier population index
Rank #2
Age structure: 0-14 years: 28.5% (male 187,016,401/female 165,048,695)
15-24 years: 18.1% (male 118,696,540/female 105,342,764)
25-54 years: 40.6% (male 258,202,535/female 243,293,143)
55-64 years: 7% (male 43,625,668/female 43,175,111)
65 years and over: 5.8% (male 34,133,175/female 37,810,599) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$8.027 trillion (2015 est.)
$7.484 trillion (2014 est.)
$6.976 trillion (2013 est.)
Note: Newly Industrialized, birth rate way high.
Rank #3
Age structure: 0-14 years: 33.1% (male 3,046,922/female 2,898,060)
15-24 years: 20.2% (male 1,833,802/female 1,789,854)
25-54 years: 37.9% (male 3,406,744/female 3,396,756)
55-64 years: 4.8% (male 429,644/female 440,980)
65 years and over: 3.9% (male 320,946/female 387,931) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$55.8 billion (2014 est.)
$61.9 billion (2013 est.)
$97.5 billion (2012 est.)
Note: Newly Industrialized -> Less developed. Economy deteriorated due to war.
Rank #4
Age structure: 0-14 years: 21.5% (male 2,709,580/female 2,628,456)
15-24 years: 16.3% (male 2,041,861/female 1,997,413)
25-54 years: 44% (male 5,465,889/female 5,456,850)
55-64 years: 8.6% (male 1,007,667/female 1,127,455)
65 years and over: 9.7% (male 826,175/female 1,590,281) (2014 est.)
GDP (purchasing power parity):
$40 billion (2013 est.)
$40 billion (2012 est.)
$40 billion (2011 est.)
Note: Less Developed. They don't publish reliable income information.
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