New Zealand (Concert of Europe)

New Zealand (Māori: Aotearoa), officially known in English as the Dominion of New Zealand, is an insular sovereign country in Polynesia: it comprises two main islands, New Munster and New Ulster, and about 600 smaller islands (including the, the and ), as well as , in. New Zealand is the largest and most popolous country in Polynesia.

The islands of New Zealand were discovered by Europeans in the 17th century and named after the province of in the ; however, the archipelago had been inhabited by indigenous Māori, related to Polynesians, since the Middle Ages. During the 19th century, the islands became a colony, before becoming an independent country, part of the , after the.

New Zealand is often hailed as one of the few truly successful examples of integrations between colonists (in this case, Britons) and natives: the Māori actively participate in Neozelandese politics and government, while keeping their traditions and cultural identity intact. The economy of New Zealand is strong and diversified, with the most important activities being forestry, fishing, whaling, mining, and tourism, fueled by the stunning landscapes of New Zealand, which include mountain ranges and thick forests. The Neozelandese mainland is divided into two administrative provinces (New Munster and New Ulster), while four overseas territories are part of the country: