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Mysterious passport saga unveils enigmatic archipelago
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- Web Desk
- Nov 15, 2023

Farah Gogi’s alleged Vanuatu passport is talk of the town but what is it?
In a startling revelation yesterday, the ongoing investigations showed that Farhat Shehzadi, commonly known as Farah Gogi, a close associate of former first lady Bushra Bibi, possesses a secret passport from the obscure island nation of Vanuatu. This clandestine document is believed to be part of an elaborate scheme to allegedly conceal ill-gotten wealth.
As the probe delves into the financial intricacies surrounding Farah Gogi’s wealth, the mysterious details of how much the passport ranks in the world, or what was the price that Farah paid for it will come to light. The details of the location, however, fall beyond the purview of the ongoing investigation, so we will try to do that for our readers instead.
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Where is Vanuatu located?
Nestled in the South Pacific Ocean, Vanuatu is an archipelago comprising 83 islands, with the capital, Port Vila, situated on the island of Efate. The islands boast a diverse cultural landscape, offering a unique blend of flavors and natural wonders both above and below the earth.
The tropical paradise features a rugged coastline, fertile countryside, cascading waterfalls, sandy bays, and lush rainforests. The climate is characterized by tropical warmth, occasional cyclones, and a fascinating array of landscapes.
The enchanting history of the island
Vanuatu’s history traces back approximately 3,500 years when the first settlers arrived by canoe from New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. European explorers rediscovered the islands in the 17th century, with Captain Cook naming them the New Hebrides. The islands witnessed the dark era of blackbirding during the 1860s, where more than half of the adult male population was forcibly sent to work overseas.
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In the 20th century, Vanuatu experienced colonisation and joint administration by France and the United Kingdom. The unique British-French Condominium, marked by separate governmental systems, was aptly nicknamed “Pandemonium” due to its complexity.
Diseases, brought by missionaries and settlers, decimated the native population from around one million in 1800 to 45,000 in 1935. During World War II, the islands served as crucial bases for Allied forces.
On July 30, 1980, amidst the Coconut War, Vanuatu gained independence. Today, the Republic of Vanuatu restricts land ownership to kastom owners and the government, allowing foreigners and non-kastom islanders to lease land for a maximum of 75 years.
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Vanuatu’s economy
It might come as a shock that Vanuatu’s currency called “Vanuatu Vatu (VUV)” is twice as powerful as Pakistani Rupee (1 VUV = Rs 2.35), despite the fact that Vanuatu has a total GDP of a little over $900 million as opposed to Pakistan’s GDP of nearly $350 billion. With regards to per capita, however, Vanuatu economy is twice as powerful as Pakistan, with their per capita income $2,996.62, with Pakistan’s per capita at 1,505.01.
As the passport saga continues to unfold, the enigmatic link to Vanuatu injects an exotic twist into the narrative, beckoning us to delve into the concealed dimensions of this Pacific island paradise. The unfolding events leave us anticipating how many Pakistanis will embark on the journey to apply for a visa to Vanuatu in the upcoming weeks and months.
